Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug Ultra Races
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Jack Bristol Lake Waramaug Ultra Races - April 25, 2027
The event on April 25, 2027 takes place in Kent, Connecticut around Lake Waramaug and offers three ultra distances. The course uses paved roads around the lake and consists of rolling loops that are generally flat. Runners follow an initial clockwise 2.2 mile out-and-return section, then continue on counter-clockwise laps around the lake.
Distances
- 100K
- 50 Miler
- 50K
Course details differ by distance. The 50K consists of three 7.6 mile laps followed by a 1.9 mile out-and-back to the state park finish. The 50 Miler is six laps around the lake finishing at the state park. The 100K is seven laps followed by a 2.3 mile out-and-back to the finish at Lake Waramaug State Park. The nearest intersection for the start area is Lake Waramaug Road and Anderson Acres Extension; coordinates for the park are N 41 42.47, W 073 23.059.
There are four well stocked aid stations placed around the lake, with post-race food and drinks for finishers. Distances between main and aid stations are approximately 1.8 miles, 1.9 miles, 1.7 miles, and 2.2 miles back to the start/finish. Time limits are set at 12 hours for the 50K and 13 hours for the 50M and 100K; race officials may exercise discretion on continuation for safety and conditions.
The 2027 edition marks the 53rd anniversary. Finishers receive event swag including a technical T-shirt, medals for 50K and 50M finishers, and a custom buckle for 100K finishers; a special Mount to Coast medal is provided to all finishers. T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after March 15. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
