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WELCOME TO
GULF COAST RUNNERS

Gulf Coast Runners (GCR) is a nonprofit running organization based in Naples, Florida, that brings together runners of all ages and abilities across Southwest Florida. Founded to promote healthy lifestyles, community engagement, and youth development, GCR organizes races, training runs, social events, and volunteer opportunities while raising funds for scholarships and youth running programs through its Youth Development Fund.

Welcome
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Since 1995, Gulf Coast Runners awarded

Over $1 Million in scholarships to students in Collier County through our Youth Development Fund

UPCOMING RACES & EVENTS

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Sat, Oct. 24  |  5:00AM  | Cambier Park

This relay race, consisting of up to 30 six person teams, has runners winding their way through the tropical streets of Naples to Bonita Springs, Ft. Myers Beach with a turn around at the Sanibel Causeway.

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Sat, Nov 7  |  7:30AM  | Naples Airport

Join Gulf Coast Runners and the Naples Airport Authority for this unique 5K & 10K Race directly on Runway 32 of the Naples Airport!

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GCR is excited to announce that we will be hosting the 13th Annual GCR Thanksgiving Race this year on Thanksgiving!

We don’t just host runs.
We build community.

GET IN TOUCH

Whether you're interested in joining the club, participating in a race, volunteering, or learning more about our programs, our team is here to help. Send us a message, and we'll connect you with the right person.

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