Swamp Buggy Races

😎🍉🌴 You made it! School’s out, summer is here! Our racing community would like to congratulate the graduates of 2026, and send our gratitude to all teachers and school staff!
We wish all students a summer full of laughter, adventure, and unforgettable memories!

2027 Race Season Schedule
Sunday, January 24, 2027
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Saturday, April 3, 2027

📍The Florida Sports Park
8520 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd. Naples, Fl 34114
📞239-774-2701
www.swampbuggy.com

📸: Mahlon Stacy

Thank you to our 2026 Season Sponsors:
Phoenix Associates of Southwest Florida Inc.
Creel Tractor Company
Langford Lawn Services
J.J. Taylor Distributing Florida, Inc.
Coors Banquet
Greenling Roofing, Inc.
Dolly’s Produce Patch and Eatery
Family Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.
Alligator Pools of Naples, Inc.
Big Al’s Welding
Lucky Hands
All Out Automotive & Fabrication, Inc.
Patriot Engineering Company
Gulf Coast Insurance
K Langford Lawn
Florida Performance Inc.
Roman Plumbing Systems Inc.
Statewide Window Treatments
Waypoint Electric
Bonita Blooms Florist
CPL Hardscape & Landscapes
Southern Signal & Lighting
Better Sod of SWFL

Thank you Collier County Museums for sharing. 🏁

Swamp Buggy Heritage!

The Swamp Buggy is a unique Collier County tradition. Ed Frank crafted the first swamp buggies from old car chassis, tractor tires, and even spare aircraft parts. It was built specifically to traverse the rugged, swampy terrain of the Everglades and the woods surrounding Naples.

The Tumble Bug was an early buggy built from an old 2-wheel drive Ford truck that was once used as a Borden milk truck in Fort Myers. Paul Frank raced the Tumble Bug in the Swamp Buggy Races and would also ride in the Swamp Buggy Race Parade. It got its name “Tumble Bug” by its ability to do wheelies or balancing on its rear wheels.

The first official Swamp Buggy Race was held at an old potato patch near Radio Road in Naples. The site was chosen because the muddy ground was pure marl, the sedimentary rock formed from fertilizer that was used when it was a potato patch, and it was very easy for a swamp buggy to become stuck. This was perfect for the swamp buggy racers, as they could test out their vehicles in conditions similar to what they would experience in the Everglades and see whose vehicle was truly the best-built buggy.

Phot Credit: Courtesy of G.H. Peter Frank

🇺🇸 We are grateful today and every day for those who served and sacrificed for our freedom. This Memorial Day take a moment and remember the true meaning of this day and honor those fallen in service, along with their families who carry those stories forever.

📷Photo and Edit: Neck and Neck by Mahlon Stacy
- featuring Taylor Edmonds and Lorrie Johns in the Intermediate Feature of the 2026 Coors Banquet Cup Finals.

👑 Help us wish our beautiful Swamp Buggy Queen Anna the happiest birthday today!

2027 Race Season Schedule
Sunday, January 24, 2027
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Saturday, April 3, 2027

📍The Florida Sports Park
8520 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd. Naples, Fl 34114
📞239-774-2701
www.swampbuggy.com

Thank you to our 2026 Season Sponsors:
Phoenix Associates of Southwest Florida Inc.
Creel Tractor Company
Langford Lawn Services
J.J. Taylor
Coors Banquet
Greenling Roofing, Inc.
Dolly’s Produce Patch and Eatery
Family Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.
Alligator Pools of Naples, Inc.
Big Al’s Welding
Lucky Hands
All Out Automotive & Fabrication, Inc.
Patriot Engineering Company
Gulf Coast Insurance
K Langford Lawn
Florida Performance Inc.
Roman Plumbing Systems Inc.
Statewide Window Treatments
Waypoint Electric
Bonita Blooms Florist
CPL Hardscape & Landscapes
Southern Signal & Lighting
Better Sod of SWFL

Today we celebrate the incredible mothers who help keep the Swamp Buggy races thriving. Your compassion, dedication, resilience, and generosity make a lasting difference! Thank you for volunteering your time and supporting our mission. Thank you for leading with your heart both at home and in our community, we are deeply grateful for all that you do.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing women who inspire us every day. 💐💕

We join so many with sadness after hearing of the passing of Kyle Loftis, the founder of 1320Video.com Kyle has gone far too soon, his passion for racing along with social media will continue to have a profound impact on the racing community. Please take a moment today to pray for Kyle's family, friends and racing network.

Volunteering can affect your emotions in a few different ways…
😊 Positive, uplifting feelings
❤️ A sense of purpose
🤝 Connection and belonging
💪 Confidence and self-worth
Here are just a FEW of the great volunteers who came
out and took care of the The Florida Sports Park today!
Thank you for the hard work and fellowship! 🏁

Terry Langford in the original Rubber Duck vs. Brian Langford- present day Rubber Duck

🏁 Drivers, family and friends we need your throwback photos along with the year!

2027 Race Season Schedule
Sunday, January 24, 2027
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Saturday, April 3, 2027

📍The Florida Sports Park
8520 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd. Naples, Fl 34114
📞239-774-2701
www.swampbuggy.com

📷: Throwback photo courtesy of Tami Langford

Happy Monday! 💥
Scenes from the 2026 Coors Banquet Cup Finals Off the Chain: Swamp Buggy Racing Team driver George was safe, thanks to our safety crew for putting out the fire! 🧯🔥

2027 Race Season Schedule
Sunday, January 24, 2027
Sunday, February 28, 2027
Saturday, April 3, 2027

📍The Florida Sports Park
8520 Rattlesnake Hammock Rd. Naples, Fl 34114
📞239-774-2701
www.swampbuggy.com

Thank you to our 2026 Season Sponsors:
Phoenix Associates of Southwest Florida Inc.
Creel Tractor Company
Langford Lawn Services
J.J. Taylor
Coors Banquet
Greenling Roofing, Inc.
Dolly’s Produce Patch and Eatery
Family Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.
Alligator Pools of Naples, Inc.
Big Al’s Welding
Lucky Hands
All Out Automotive & Fabrication, Inc.
Patriot Engineering Company
Gulf Coast Insurance
K Langford Lawn
Florida Performance Inc.
Roman Plumbing Systems Inc.
Statewide Window Treatments
Waypoint Electric
Bonita Blooms Florist
CPL Hardscape & Landscapes
Southern Signal & Lighting
Better Sod of SWFL