Salt Springs Classic Kayak/SUP Race & Fun Paddle

The Nature Coast's premier kayak/SUP competition featuring a river and open-water course.

Kayak racers will paddle 5-1/2 miles from the scenic lagoons and inlets of Werner-Boyce Salt Springs State Park through the open Gulf of Mexico waters and up the Pithlachascotee River. SUP racers and fun paddlers will have a shorter 3-1/4 mile course. Intermediate and expert kayakers are invited to test their skills against some of the best racers - with the record for the course being just under 48 minutes.

Allow time to check in and fill out a liability release form before the captain's meeting. Awards will be given to the 1st three finishers in four classes; kayaks over 15 feet, kayaks under 15 feet, tandem kayaks, and stand up paddleboards (SUPs). Our awards are custom-made wooden paddles.

Each race participant (not fun paddlers) will receive a free Paddlepalooza/Salt Springs Classic T-shirt commemorating the race. Entry fee includes transportation from the parking area to the launch point for all paddlers, including fun paddlers.

See more details on Salt Springs Classic event page.