
Canoochee Paddle Race
Ogeechee Riverkeeper (ORK) will host the Canoochee Paddle Race on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in Evans County, Georgia. The racers will begin at 9 a.m., with fun paddlers to follow.
The race will take place along approximately seven miles of the Canoochee River, from Brewton Bridge to Rocks River Bridge Landing.
Rocks River Bridge Landing will also serve as the headquarters for the winners circle, awards presentation, food vendors, and entertainment. Everyone is welcome to come cheer for the racers and enjoy a day out by the river.
Paddlers of kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and canoes are welcome to compete. Non-racing paddlers are also welcome to follow the route after racers have started.
Entrants will receive a vessel identifier, map and official race t-shirt. Registrants will receive packet pick-up information via email.
ORK does not provide vessels or equipment. Personal flotation devices are required for each participant. Entry is limited to 100 participants and pre-registration is required.
Entry is $50 per vessel, with a discount for students.
There is no cost to come to come cheer for the paddlers and enjoy a day out by the river.
Start Line:
Brewton Bridge Landing on HWY 169: 32.202245, -81.953692
Finish Line:
Rocks River Landing on HWY 301: 32.184196, -81.889276
Thanks to
Evans County Commissioners
Evans County Sheriff’s Office
Evans County Board of Education
Claxton Poultry
Student Volunteers of Georgia Southern University