Gopher Tortoise Gallop 5K
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Event overview
The 3rd Annual Gopher Tortoise Gallop is a 5K run/walk taking place on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach, Florida. The course starts and finishes at Micanopy Pavilion and, new for this year, passes by Okeeheelee Nature Center. The event is a chipped timed race using RFID timing chips.
Logistics and included items
The race is hosted by the Friends of Okeeheelee Nature Center and all proceeds will support Okeeheelee Nature Center. Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers, the top three in each age group, and the largest registered group or team. Each participant receives a personalized bib with an RFID timing chip, an event shirt, and a finisher medal. The event is presented as family friendly and includes post-race activities. Entry fee is listed as $35, with a reduced fee of $25 for ages 1 to 14. The venue address is 7715 Forest Hills Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33413. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
