Run for the River and Polar Plunge
⚠️ 2027 edition: provisional information
The date is estimated from the 2026 edition (February 21, 2026), on the same day of the week. Courses, start times, fees and description are carried over from the previous edition: check them on the official website. This page will be updated as soon as the organizer publishes them.
Available distances
About
The Run for the River and Polar Plunge is a 5K (3.1-mile) trail run in Danielsville on February 20, 2027, starting at noon, with an optional polar plunge afterward.
The run winds through bottomland and upland forest with stunning views of the Broad River and its valley, and walkers can choose a shorter loop. After the race, participants can join a group for a polar plunge into the Broad River. Proceeds benefit the Broad River Watershed Association’s water quality monitoring program.
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