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GTR Fort Gibson Challenge

Date
August 1, 2026
Distance
SOLO - GTR Fort Gibson Challenge (1mile run-2 mile kayak-1mile run) · TEAM - GTR Fort Gibson Challenge (1mile run-2 mile kayak-1mile run) · Fun Run - untimed
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From the Organizer

This event will be at Clinkenbeard Park in Fort Gibson, OK. You will need to google the location because it does not have an address. 

The event will be Saturday August 1, 2026. 

Challenge starts at 10am. There will be a 1 mile run, a 2ish mile kayak, and a 1 mile run. There will be finisher medals for the kayak challenge.

Fun Run - Immediately following challenge start 

You will need to bring your own kayak.

No Late Starts

Packet pickup will start at 9 on race day. 

Life jackets must be worn properly on the water. Do not put your kayak in the water until your life jacket is properly secured. You will be immediately disqualified if you are on the water without a properly secured life jacket. 

We brought back teams for 2025. They can be male/male, female/female, or male/female. Both teammates run together, kayak together, and run together. Teammates will also need their own kayaks.

SHIRT CUTOFF IS JULY 1!!! 

Events

SOLO - GTR Fort Gibson Challenge (1mile run-2 mile kayak-1mile run)10 AMRegister →
TEAM - GTR Fort Gibson Challenge (1mile run-2 mile kayak-1mile run)10 AMRegister →
Fun Run - untimed10 AMRegister →

Weather

Typical Conditions

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

94°

Typical Low

72°

Chance of Rain

21%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Muskogee, 6 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:29 AMSunset 8:27 PMDaylight 13h 57m

Host City

About Fort Gibson, OK

Population

3,805

as of 2023

Elevation

564 ft

Nearest Airport

TUL

Tulsa International Airport · 46 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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Race
GTR Fort Gibson Challenge
Date
August 1, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the GTR Fort Gibson Challenge?
GTR Fort Gibson Challenge is a running race held in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma on August 1, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the GTR Fort Gibson Challenge?
Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma at 201 W Poplar St, Fort Gibson, OK. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the GTR Fort Gibson Challenge?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

GTR Fort Gibson Challenge

Aug 1, 2026

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