Royal Pines Gator Gallop
About this race
Welcome to the Royal Pines Gator Gallop 2027!
Run, Gallop, or Stroll — Just Don’t Let the Gators Catch You!
Get ready for an exciting morning of competitive racing, family fun, and Southern hospitality in beautiful Beaufort, South Carolina!
Join us Saturday, January 23, 2027, on Lady’s Island for the Royal Pines Gator Gallop!
SERIOUS RACE. SERIOUS FUN. OFFICIAL TIMES!
Our 5K and 10K feature officially certified courses and professional race timing, giving competitive runners the opportunity to record qualifying performances for larger events that accept results from our race.
Whether you’re chasing a personal record, training for your next big competition, or simply enjoying a beautiful morning outdoors, we’ve got a starting line waiting for you!
THREE RACES — SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!
Certified 5K Run/Walk: Fast feet, personal records, and plenty of encouragement!
Certified 10K Run: Challenge yourself on our scenic Lowcountry course!
FREE 1K Kids Fun Run: Our littlest gators get their moment to shine!
THE PERKS DON’T STOP AT THE FINISH LINE!
Officially certified 5K and 10K courses
Professional race timing and official results
Awards three deep in designated age groups
Race T-shirts included with paid registration
Music and race-day entertainment
Food trucks and delicious refreshments
Local craft vendors
Family-friendly activities and community fun
EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY OF THE LOWCOUNTRY!
Our courses take runners through the scenic Royal Pines community, surrounded by towering Southern pines, magnificent live oaks, and the natural charm of Lady’s Island.
And when you cross that finish line, stick around! We’re celebrating with music, food, local vendors, and the kind of Southern hospitality Beaufort is famous for.
RACE DAY DETAILS
Saturday, January 23, 2027
Royal Pines Community
Francis Marion Circle
Lady’s Island, Beaufort, SC
Whether you’re competing for a qualifying time, chasing a personal best, walking with friends, or cheering on your favorite little gator, you’re invited!
Come for the competition. Stay for the celebration.
The Royal Pines Gator Gallop — where official race times meet good old-fashioned Lowcountry fun!
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Running
5K
10 km and free kids 1 km events listed separately
10K
1km Kids under age 10 free
Course
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 1 Ladys Island event
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