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The Ohio Division of USCA (United States Canoe Association) has published the 2023 Canoe/Kayak/SUP race schedule. Please verify dates before attending any race since dates are subject to change.

2023 Ohio Race Schedule

Grand River – April 22, 2023- tentative-not a USCA race

Mike Doyle Memorial Race on Lake White – April 30, 2023

Cowan Lake Paddlesport Race – May 6, 2023

Mohican River Race – May 20, 2023

Scioto Canoe & Kayak Race (O'shaughnessy Reservoir) - June 10, 2023

Dayton Canoe Classic (Great Miami River) – June 17, 2023

Tuscarawas River Canoe & Kayak Race – July 15, 2023

Blazing Paddles on the Cuyahoga River (not a USCA Race) – July 22, 2023

Ohio State Championship at Fairport Harbor on the Grand River – July 29, 2023

Ohio River Paddlefest (not a USCA Race) – August 5, 2023

USCA Nationals in Lock Haven, PA – August 10-13, 2023

Coolville- Frost Race on the Hocking River – September 16, 2023

Aluminum Nationals – TBD

Midwest Canoe Symposium - TBD

Tom's River Race (7/10): https://paddleguru.com/races/TomsRiverPaddleRace2022

Blackburn (7/23): https://www.capeannrowingclub.com/race-information-blackburn-challenge

Hudson RIvers Cup (8/6): https://paddleguru.com/races/HudsonRiverCup2022

Well's Bridge Race (8/20-8/21): https://www.facebook.com/paddlepaddlepaddle/

Cayuga Lake Crossing (8/21): https://cayugalakecrossing.com/

HACK Race (10/15) More information coming soon

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2023 Paddlesport Races in Pennsylvania

The 2023 races will be added as we get information
*indicates point race

*March 25, 2023 55th Red Mo Race https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=81225&fbclid=IwAR2ptxRcQLExGbORyOyqcKXvNfg1Xa9RKI6LhyAOXCk6MkDpSLEFpHW4TA8
*April 8, 2023 SINNEMAHONE PADDLE RACE Sinnemahoning, 15 Club Rd, Gibson Township,

*The 22nd Annual Fawn Sensenig West Branch of the Susquehanna River Canoe/Kayak/Paddleboard River Run for 2023 is planned for May 6, 2023. Registration will begin on March 1, 2023. https://www.visitquehannaarea.com/events-1
* SUNDAY, MAY 21, 2023 YOUGHNESS MONSTER 22 PADDLESPORT RACE
June 17, 2023 - 59th Annual Tiadaghton Elm Classic, McElhattan, PA, Registration Form
Held on the Susquehanna River at the McElhattan, Pine Access Boat Launch (Loop Course) - Distance 5 miles, Youth and SUP 200 2 miles
Two start times to allow competition in two races: 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - See registration form for details.
Classes available for the casual to professional paddler
One of the largest professional C-2 (2-person canoe) race in Pennsylvania
One of the largest professional C-1 (1-person canoe) race in the Eastern US
Click here for race map
*July 18, Loyalsock Flatwater Challenge
www.loyalsocktownshipbos.com
July 1, 2023 - 12th Annual Keystone Challenge (New Location) Lock Haven, PA , Registration Form
Classes available for the casual to professional paddler
Start time, all races, 10 a.m.

20 Mile Marathon
15 Mile Marathon
5 Mile Loop
2 Mile Loop (Youth and SUP)
Click here for race map
*August 26
Lake to Lake Paddle Challenge
The Lake to Lake Paddle Challenge is a timed paddlecraft challenge for all skill levels. The event will be held on the Shenango River Water Trail. Over $5,000 in cash prizes. Guaranteed water release at Pymatuning Dam to help create ideal paddle conditions. https://mail.yahoo.com/d/search/name=Visit%2520Mercer%2520County%2520PA&emailAddresses=mcpa%2540visitmercercountypa.com&listFilter=FROM&contactIds=b29d.d6f3/messages/274607?reason=invalid_crumb#:~:text=To%20learn%20more,www.LaketoLOctober
October 7, 2023 - Fall Foliage Race, Bald Eagle Boat Ramp in Mill Hall, PA, Registration Form
Classes available for the casual to professional paddler
7 Mile Loop , Start Time: 10 a.m.
2 Mile Loop (Youth and SUP), Start Time: 10 a.m.
Click here for race map for 2 and 7-mile courses.

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2023 Paddlesport Races in Pennsylvania

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