10 Kayak and Canoe Races
By Christina Scannapiego
Active.com
No matter what type of craft you love to paddle, there's a race out there for you to get your competitive edge on this spring and summer. So if you're looking for a canoe race, kayak race and more, sign up for one of these events.
Not exactly what you want? Get your paddle on at a different event.
Spanish Fort, Alabama – April 21, 2012
Held in Blakeley State Park, this scenic route on the nation’s longest one-state river trail isn’t a race but a chance to experience an otherwise inaccessible delta and camp there. Read More
Knoxville, Tennessee - April 28 & 29, 2012
The canoe, kayak, pedal and SUP races start at Riverside Landing Park. Sign up for 5, 28, 46 or 80 miles. Read More
Washington, North Carolina – April 28, 2012
This 1.5-mile kayak, 15.6-mile bike and 3.1-mile run at Goose Creek State Park is great for individuals and teams. Kids can participate or cheer on their parents in the park. Read More
Stoughton, Wisconsin – May 18, 2012
This 3.5-mile race brings you down the Yahara River. Men, Women, Mixed and Juniors classes are available. Read More
Grayling, Michigan – July 28, 2012
More than 50,000 fans come out to cheer on teams competing in one of North America’s toughest and richest canoe races, with over 120 miles and 50,000 paddle strokes. Read More
Point Pleasant, New Jersey – October 7, 2012
You won't find Snooki here, but you'll find a lot of saltwater fun. All swim tri/du/aqua/kayak races start and end and Riverfront Park. This event also offers kids’ distances. Read More
Auburn, New York – August 12, 2012
Also known as the Captain Myles Keogh Paddle, Wheel & Run is in its 35th year on Owasco Lake in New York’s Finger Lake region. Read More
Ridgeland, Mississippi - April 21, 2012
Between the 3-mile recreational boat race and the competitive 9-mile race, participants row, paddle or pedal small boats in the resevoir. Read More
Beaufort, South Carolina – June 9, 2012
Only part of the huge Beaufort Water Festival, partake in an outrigger, kayak or SUP paddle race. Read More
Dunedin, Florida - April 15, 2012
Come experience two days of excellent paddling and competition at Honeymoon Island Park. Read More
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