Turtle Crawl 2027
- Date
- May 1, 2027
- Location
- 100 James Rd, Jekyll Island, GA
- Distance
- Turtle Crawl: 10K · Turtle Crawl: 5K · Turtle Crawl: Fun Run (1K) & more
From the Organizer
The fan-favorite annual race event returns to the road on Saturday, May 1st, 2027! Race with us on Jekyll Island as we mark the start of sea turtle nesting season on the Georgia coast. This important fundraising event supports the lifesaving work of the Georgia Sea Turtle Center, through the Jekyll Island Foundation. Your support helps continue the Center’s mission of sea turtle rehabilitation, research, and education.
***PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO RUN/WALK IN ANY OF THE EVENTS***
Register to participate in one of this year’s races:
- 10K Race 7:00 a.m.
- 5K Race 7:20 a.m.
- Fun Run (1 kilometer) 8:30 a.m.
- Ghost Crawler (Virtual)
Registration includes a 2027 Turtle Crawl t-shirt for their support*! Runners placing in their age group will also receive a medal.
ONLINE RACE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28th AT 11:59 PM – registration will be available during packet pick up and on-site the morning of the races, closing 30 minutes prior to race start. CARD ONLY. Prices for packet pick up and race day registration: 10K $65, 5K $55 FUN RUN $35. Race Shirts are not guaranteed at time of registration and you'll need to check after all the races are complete to see if one is available.
*To guarantee your race T-shirt size, complete your online registration NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, APRIL 16th. Anyone that registers after April 16th is not guaranteed to receive a shirt. April 16th will also serve as the deadline for anyone wishing to switch their registration to virtual. Changes after the 16th will not be accepted.
The deadline to switch races online is April 27th, 2027. In person changes can be done on race day and must be communicated to the timer.
Race participants can pick up their t-shirts at packet pickup (details below) or on the morning of the Turtle Crawl. For Ghost Crawlers, every effort will be made to deliver your t-shirts by race day however delivery could be delayed due to mail carrier shipping and production delays.
Become a sea turtle ambassador and race for a cause!
Additional details and course maps will be posted soon.
Packet pick up on Friday April, 30th from 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM LOCATION TBD
Race Day packet pick up Saturday May 1st 6:00 AM LOCATION TBD
Turtle Crawl was created in 2003 as a fundraiser for the Georgia Sea Turtle Center to support its mission of sea turtle research, rehabilitation, and education. In more than a decade of operation, the Georgia Sea Turtle Center has provided care for more than 3,000 patients, including various sea turtle species and other coastal wildlife. Turtle Crawl participants have raised more than $100,000 to help save sea turtles and we sincerely appreciate your support for this event!
Events
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
80°
Typical Low
64°
Chance of Rain
21%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brunswick Malcolm Mckinnon Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jekyll Island, GA
Elevation
11 ft
Nearest Airport
BQK
Brunswick Golden Isles Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Coming Up
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Turtle Crawl 2027?
- Turtle Crawl 2027 is a running race held in Jekyll Island, Georgia on May 1, 2027. 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 Turtle Crawl 2027?
- Saturday, May 1, 2027 in Jekyll Island, Georgia at 100 James Rd, Jekyll Island, GA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Turtle Crawl 2027?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Turtle Crawl 2027
May 1, 2027