Okefenokee Swamp Run

Okefenokee Swamp Run : event overview

The Okefenokee Swamp Run is a trail running event held at Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross, Georgia, each March. The event is one of the longest continuously running races in South Georgia and uses a mostly dirt, trail style course that passes through natural terrain and wide open scenery.

The course begins and ends inside Okefenokee Swamp Park and provides indoor restrooms at both the start and the finish. Organizers note that pets and service dogs should be left at home for this race.

Distances offered

• 10 km
• 1 Mile

Registration details vary by distance. For the 10 km the registration period opens on October 5, 2026 and closes on December 4, 2026; the listed registration fee is $25.00. For the 1 Mile the registration period opens on October 5, 2026 and remains open through the event; the listed registration fee is $15.00. A shirt is guaranteed for registrations completed before midnight on March 5.

The event emphasizes an outdoor, cross country experience on natural surfaces inside the park setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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