The Nogawild Safari Run takes place on September 12, 2026, in Cleveland, Georgia, at 2754 Paradise Valley Road. The event offers two running distances: a 1-mile option and a 2.8-mile course, making it accessible for runners at different fitness levels. The race starts at 8:30 AM. Entry fees range from $20 to $45 depending on registration timing and distance selection. If you can't travel to Georgia, Nogawild Safari Run provides a virtual participation option, allowing you to complete your chosen distance at your home location and submit your results. This flexibility works well for athletes managing race schedules across multiple events or training cycles.
From the Race Organizer
5k NOGAWILD Safari Fun Run/Walk. September 12th, 2026 Join us for a one-of-a-kind, family-friendly run/walk through our Safari Park and surrounding woods, where you'll run or walk by tons of animals, including penguins, honey badgers, camels, zebras, capybaras, and more! This year, we're also welcoming our Scottish Highland cows to the event. Runners and walkers will get the chance to meet our Highland cows right after the race! You can learn more about NOGAWILD and the animals here! Join us for this fun-run fundraising event to help support the efforts of Creation Encounters. You can learn more about their work here . Come prepared to walk/run on an all-terrain course. Check-in is at 8:00 a.m. The first wave goes out at 8:30 a.m. - 8:30am NOGAWILD Safari Run/Walk 5k - About 3 total miles through the Safari Park. This course includes gravel, asphalt, mulch, uneven terrain, trail creeks, and woods, with 2 small water crossings (pavers/boards provided, or you can jump them if you'd like a challenge). Prefer to skip the woods? You can add another loop around Safari Park instead. Children under 4 are free with a participating adult. - 9:00am Kids/Family Fun Run (1 mile) - Take 1 to 2 laps around the Safari Park for a wild and family-friendly adventure! - There will also be a Virtual Option for those who cannot join us in person but would still like to exercise and help support the animals! Each option's price will increase by $5 one month prior to the Fall Safari Run, so get your spot early! Raffle and giveaway immediately follow the Safari Run. Awards will be given to the first 3 female and first 3 male finishers! Each Safari Run participant will receive one free raffle ticket and a Safari Run medallion. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased. Must be present to win. Your registration for the Safari Run also includes admission to our Safari Drive-Thru after the event! Please note: this is a fundraiser race and is not a timed race at this time. We encourage you to keep track of your own time with your watch. We cannot wait to see everyone out there for the Safari Run! Thank you for signing up!
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for September 12.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Cleveland, GA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
Nogawild Safari Run 2026 — Cleveland, GA takes place on September 12, 2026. The race is held in Cleveland, Georgia.
Where is Nogawild Safari Run 2026 — Cleveland, GA held?
Nogawild Safari Run 2026 — Cleveland, GA is held at 2754 Paradise Valley Road in Cleveland, Georgia.
Where can I find hotels near Nogawild Safari Run 2026 — Cleveland, GA?
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