Swim for Alligator Lighthouse

calendar_today September 12, 2026 location_on 80001 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, Florida Keys 33036

About This Event

***“The 8-mile swim to Alligator Lighthouse is a challenge. It’s not for the faint of heart" ***

How it started

When World Renowned Artist, Lighthouse Larry decided to swim, in his native town of Islamorada, to Alligator Lighthouse and back, alone and self-supported, his friends thought he was crazy. When he then said out loud “every open water swimmer should experience this,” Larry became the anchor to the Swim for Alligator Lighthouse.

The Fighting Manatee Swim Club, the Masters swim club of Islamorada, accepted the challenge to present a world class open water swim event in the Florida Keys to help raise awareness and funds to Save Alligator Lighthouse. The Fighting Manatees presented the Inaugural Swim for Alligator Lighthouse in 2013. It’s here to stay!

**Race Overview **

The Swim for Alligator Lighthouse is an 8-mile open water swim. Participants swim 4 miles, circle Alligator Lighthouse, and swim 4 miles back. The event is open to solo swimmers, 2 person, 3 person and 4 person teams. Every solo or relay team requires a support kayak. Solo swimmers will need to enlist a kayaker to accompany them the entire race, while relay groups will alternate kayaking with swimming.

Full Event Details can be found at https://www.swimalligatorlight.com/

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When is Swim for Alligator Lighthouse 2026?

Swim for Alligator Lighthouse takes place on Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Islamorada, Florida.

Where does Swim for Alligator Lighthouse take place?

Swim for Alligator Lighthouse is held at 80001 Overseas Hwy in Islamorada, Florida (Florida Keys). See the course maps section on this page for route details where available.

How do I register for Swim for Alligator Lighthouse?

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 Swim for Alligator Lighthouse?

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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Swim for Alligator Lighthouse

September 12, 2026