40th Annual Lake Warmamaug Polar Bear Run

Join us for an epic 7.8 mile loop of picturesque Lake Waramaug - this winter tradition attracts hundreds of area runners.

Powered by a team of more than 70 volunteers, we're committed to delivering a fantastic experience for all participants and to raising both awareness and money for Guiding Eyes for the Blind. We've donated over $34,800 to date and we're running towards our next milestone of surpassing $40,000 in total donations.

The scenic course travels counterclockwise along the shoreline of the glacial lake while passing through Washington, Warren and Kent. The route is primarily flat with a few gentle rolling hills. The final .2 miles provides a true test for all as runners ascend the unforgiving Hopkins Hill to the finish line at Hopkins Vineyard.

The top three male and female finishers receive prizes. First place overall wins a $100 TrailHeads gift card and a bottle of wine from Hopkins Vineyard. Age Group Awards are presented for the top 3 in each category:
18 & under / 19-29 / 30-39 / 40-49 / 50-59 / 60-69 / 70 & over

Polar Bear Run, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and all donations are tax deductible.

Walkers will have the option of an early start at 10:30 am; to partake please arrive at the start/finish line by 10:20 am.

***Be Sure to Sign Up Early - The Race is limited to 700 participants***

Guiding Eyes for the Blind is an organization that trains guide dogs to partner with blind or visually impaired people. The Run has raised $34,849 for Guiding Eyes for the Blind since 2018. Trainers and guide dogs in training have attended the race to meet and support the runners and trainers and guide dogs from the Running Guides Program have run and completed the race as part of their training. Learn more about Guiding Eyes for the Blind here.