Gator Wilderness Camp Trail Run/Walk 5k, 10k & 15k

Event Details

• Date: April 25, 2026
• Location: Gator Wilderness Camp School, Punta Gorda, FL
• Race Types: 5k, 10k & 15k
• Registration Link: Register Here

Race Description

• Course: Run through the diverse woods and shaded hammocks of Gator Wilderness Camp School grounds, situated on 250 pristine acres.
• Experience: Enjoy beautiful scenery while testing your skill and stamina in a 5k, 10k or 15k race.
• Proceeds: All race entry proceeds will benefit Gator Wilderness Camp School.
• About: Gator Wilderness Camp School is a 501(c)(3) residential school for struggling adolescent males between the ages of 10-15 years old from Southwest Florida.

Awards

• 5k Awards: Awards will be given to Overall & all Masters finishers for both males and females.
• Age Group Awards: Top 3 finishers in 5-year age groups for both males and females. 5k age group is <8 - 80>.
• 10K/15K Awards: Overall Finishers and top 3 finishers in 5-year age groups for both males and females.
• 10K,15K Age Group: Age group is <19-75>.

Family Activities

• Child Fun Dash: Post-race kids fun dash for ages 2-12.
• Special Pricing: Cross Country runners age 15-18 for $20 per student until April 20th.
• Kids Price: 14 and under $15.00 for the 5k only.
• Running Limitations: We do not encourage 14 and under to run longer than the 5k: please email us if your child can run the 10k or 15k.

Virtual Event

• Virtual Race: Gator Wilderness Camp is adding a one-day virtual race event.
• Experience: To mimic the race day experience.
• Race Shirt: Enjoy the experience and receive a race shirt.
• Shipping: Your shirt will arrive after the event and will be shipped USPS Flat rate box.

Race Day Information

• Packet Pick-up: Race Day Registration and packet pick-up from 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
• Entry Fee: $40 On Site Registration, $50 per person including children.
• Start Time: The race starts promptly at 8 a.m.
• Note: You will need your phone to register.

Important Notes

• No Pets: No pets allowed.
• No Strollers: Due to the nature of the race, no running strollers will be allowed in the trail run.
• Packet Forfeiture: Packets not picked up before the start of the race will be forfeited.
• Fun Activities: Enjoy the day with fun activities for the whole family!

Food Offerings

• Breakfast Options: Biscuits and gravy, Bacon hash brown casserole, Sausage links.
• Snacks: Bacon on a stick, Molasses cookies, Açai bowls.
• Beverages: Fresh fruit, Chocolate milk, Orange juice, Milk.