
Doc Lucky's Golden Mile
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About This Event
Lake Cane Restoration Society is a 501.c.3 nonprofit, so your race registration and any donations are tax-deductible.
Competition Location: Lucky’s Lake Swim, 6645 Lake Cane Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
Length of Course is one (1) mile. Read below for a new Club Competition we are including with this years race! Golden Mile will start at 8:00 a.m. We will start in waves, 3 minutes apart as noted below:
Waves Under 20 minutes 20-24 minutes 25-29 minutes 30-34 minutes 35 minutes and above
Cash prizes for the top three overall individual finishers in the male and female divisions:
First Place $1000 Second Place $500 Third Place $250
New This year -** **Doc Lucky’s Golden Mile Club Competition in addition to the individual race!
**Register Your Club Team Today! **Gather your bravest and strongest members to compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies. We’re launching our first-ever Doc Lucky’s Golden Mile Club Competition, and we want YOUR club in the race! (The individual registration fee will cover both the Individual and Club Competition - that means there's no reason not to participate as a club!)
TEAM REQUIREMENTS • Minimum 5 team members • At least 2 women required on each team • Add your team’s name during registration
HOW WINNERS ARE DETERMINED We will sum the times of all 5 team members.
Length of Course and start times: Golden Mile- 8:00 a.m. Start by waves, 3 minutes apart:
- Under 20 minutes
- 20-24 minutes
- 25-29 minutes
- 30-34 minutes
- 35 minutes and above
Cash prizes for the top three overall finishers in the male and female divisions:
- First Place $1000.00
- Second Place $500
- Third Place $250
Age group awards will be awarded to the top three athletes in each age group for each event. 10-u, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-99
There is also a Special Olympics Division with awards to the top three men and women (No age groups in Special Olympics)
Open Water Results: This will be available after the event on-site and will be emailed to all participants after the event has been completed.
Chip and cap pick up: Saturday 6:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
ALL ATHLETES will pick up their cap and chip on-site the morning of the race.
Body Marking: 6:00-7:30 am
ALL ATHLETES must have their race number marked on both arms. A station will be available for the markings.
Technical meeting: A technical meeting for all participants is required and will take place by the dock at 7:35 am EDT. Course and safety information will be reviewed at that time.
Warm-ups: The course will be open for warm-ups from 6:30-7:45 am EDT
Marshaling Area: All athletes must be in the marshaling area 1/2 hour before their allowed wave. A map showing the course will be clearly visible in this area for all the participants.
Safety: Appropriate safety craft will be provided during the competition.
Changing Area: Competitors must leave their equipment in this area. The Organizing Committee will provide a bright-colored cap for each swimmer. Each swimmer is required to wear this cap. Thermal caps may NOT be worn.
Support Facilities: Limited showers and changing facilities will be provided.
Hospitality: Breakfast and water will be available.
Virtual Race Option: You may choose to do the Golden Mile distance in the virtual swim! The virtual event does not include a finisher medal.
Race Distances
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Register for Doc Lucky's Golden MileRegistration Pricing
Golden Mile
$60.00
event Registration opens Feb 6, 2027
Golden Mile - Special Olympic Athletes
$0.00
event Registration opens Feb 6, 2027
S.O. Unified Partner
$0.00
event Registration opens Feb 6, 2027
Virtual Golden Mile
$60.00
event Registration opens Feb 6, 2027
Prices from the official registration page, updated several times a day.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Doc Lucky's Golden Mile 2027?
Doc Lucky's Golden Mile takes place on Saturday, May 29, 2027 in Orlando, Florida.
What distances does Doc Lucky's Golden Mile offer?
Doc Lucky's Golden Mile features a 1 Mile.
Where does Doc Lucky's Golden Mile take place?
Doc Lucky's Golden Mile is held at 6645 Lake Cane Drive in Orlando, Florida (Central Florida). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.
How do I register for Doc Lucky's Golden Mile?
Registration is online — use the Register button on this page to sign up through the race's official registration page. Registering early usually means lower entry fees.
Is there a promo code for Doc Lucky's Golden Mile?
Discounts are set by the race organizer and appear on the official registration page when active. The most reliable way to pay less is registering early — most Florida races raise prices as race day gets closer.
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