2026 Hell Hole Gator Run 5K & 10K 2026 — Jamestown, SC

Date
October 17, 2026
Location
Jamestown, SC
Venue
7604 Hwy 41
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$10.00 – $45.00
Events
5K Run and Walk, 10K, Student Price 5K, Student Price 10K
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Hell Hole Gator Run is the oldest 10K race in the South Carolina Low Country. This is the 50th year for Hell Hole Gator Trot. The Gator Run is now a 10K & 5K starting and finishing in Jamestown, SC. The 10K course is back to the old route of start on French Santee Rd then turn right onto Simmons Rd then right onto Tiger Corner Rd then right onto Hwy 41 to the finish line. The 5K has a new route that will start on the corner of Simmons Rd & Tiger Corner Rd you will make a right onto Hwy 41 to the finish line. The Gator Run is affiliated with the world famous Hell Hole Swamp Festival. 10K will start at 8:00AM. 5K will start at 8:00AM...NOTE THAT THE 10K WILL REVERT BACK TO THE ORIGINAL COURSE, AND THE 5K WILL START AT THE 5K MARK OF THE 10K IN THE WOODS. The overall male & female, masters and grand masters winners get to ride in the parade that will start right after the awards ceremony. We are located at the intersection of Highway 41 Highway 17-A so make plans to come out and enjoy

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is 2026 Hell Hole Gator Run 5K & 10K 2026 — Jamestown, SC?

2026 Hell Hole Gator Run 5K & 10K 2026 — Jamestown, SC takes place on October 17, 2026. The race is held in Jamestown, South Carolina.

Where is 2026 Hell Hole Gator Run 5K & 10K 2026 — Jamestown, SC held?

2026 Hell Hole Gator Run 5K & 10K 2026 — Jamestown, SC is held at 7604 Hwy 41 in Jamestown, South Carolina.

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