Event Details:
Are you faster than a gator? Come find out at the Gator Gauntlet 5K at Huntington Beach State Park on Saturday April 25, 2026. Dress up like a Gator or wear a crazy costume and join the fun - a special prize will be given for the most outrageous costume! Maybe a Gator will be chasing you?!
This 5K race is open to everyone, from beginner runners and joggers, experienced athletes to dog walkers - all are welcome. This race will be timed and is on paved surfaces, so you can run as fast or as slow as you want. The cost to register for the Gator Gauntlet 5K is $45 and include park admission. Online registration closes on April 24, 2026; there will be no same-day registration, and race capacity is 175 participants. If you are registering for more than one person, please provide the names of any additional paid participants in the comments section.
The race will start at 9 AM, and check in will begin at 8 AM on Saturday April 25, 2026.
All registered 5K participants will receive a race souvenir and be eligible for door and top place finisher prizes.
Pets are welcome but all pets must be on a 6ft. or shorter leash at all times and be non-aggressive.
This event will be held rain or shine unless weather conditions are deemed unsafe, and all participants will be notified via email in the event of cancellation.
Come out and have some fun, explore the park, and support a special place on the beach!
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing and running shoes
Meeting Location:
Huntington Beach State Park Office
Program Host: Jim Stanton
Contact Email: jstanton@scprt.com
Contact Phone: 8649188475