Coach McGarity 5 Mile Hill Run is a running race on December 19, 2026 in Marco Island, FL, with an entry fee of $40.
This is the longest running race in Collier County started by CCPS running coach and teacher, Mark McGarity. Unfortunately, Mark passed away in the summer of 2021, but his legacy continues with GCR continuing to stage his much beloved Marco Hill Run.
Race T-Shirt to all participants. Finisher Ribbons to all finishers.
Awards
3 deep age group awards
(14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39. 40-44,
45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85+)
Prices: Students (21 & Under): $20
Adults: By 12/11 $40
12/12 - 12/18 $45
Race Day $50
Packet Pick-Up: Race Day starting at 6:45 AM
Race Start: 8:00 AM
Water Stops: Just after mile 1 and before mile 4.
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
77°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
17%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marco Is, 2 mi from the venue.
Nearest Airport
RSW
Southwest Florida International Airport · 42 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Coach McGarity 5 Mile Hill Run
Dec 19, 2026