Fort Gordon Marine Mud Challenge Presented By 5-Star Nutrition 2026 — Fort Gordon, GA

ONLY FIRST 800 Registrations will receive a event shirt!! This 4 mile course will be a challenging off-road route with more than 30 obstacles, a stream crossing, hills and of course MUD! Old clothes and shoes or boots are recommended (hint: pockets will fill up and pants without draw strings will come off). Bringing a change of clothes is highly advised. - The competitive categories are reserved for athletes legitimately in it to win it that can run the entire course and complete every obstacle. - You will be registering individually. If you want to run with friends, make sure to gather and race at the same time. - Every runner will be timed using electronic timing. - Must be 13 years of age or older to enter. However, we can waive this requirement with parent /guardian approval. All proceeds from the 2026 Marine Mud Challenge will directly benefit the service members and families of the Fort Gordon community. Thank you. We greatly appreciate your continued support! Volunteers Needed!! We will need volunteers to help with many aspects of the event from lining up cars in the parking lot to passing out water on the course. Please register using the volunteer option above and select the options for what you would like to help with and when you will be available. A coordinator will contact you with details. - Gate 6 is the only gate available to people without DOD ID cards. All non-DoD pass holders must register at least ONE WEEK in advance at :https://home.army.mil/gordon/des/visitor-information/visitor-preregistration for a visitor pass. Choose Army>Ft Gordon >Visitor Pass and be sure to select for base access to start on packet pick up day! - All vehicle occupants over age 16 must show valid picture ID at Fort Gordon gates. - To ensure a timely arrival at the event, please allow at least 30 minutes to enter Fort Gordon gates due to security procedures. Area Info - Free parking in vicinity of race start. - Insurance will not be provided. The U.S. Army will not be held responsible for any damage, loss, or injury. - Wash down and changing facilities will be available. Additional Information - Approximate start times will be posted on the Marine Mud Challenge site! - All competitors must complete all obstacles. - Water will be available during and after event.