The California River Quest will return to the Sacramento River in May 2024.  

Overview

The California River Quest is a marathon/ultramarathon paddling race on the Sacramento River in Northern California.  Racers may choose 25, 50, 75, or 100 mile courses.  We welcome all types of paddling craft, including canoes, kayaks, SUPs, OCs, surfskis, and prone paddleboards.

Proceeds from the event will be donated to Friends of the River – California’s only statewide river conservation organization that drives protection and restoration of rivers to support sustainable water solutions through advocacy and education.

$100 for event registration

Race Courses

• 25 miles (Redding to Andersen, CA)
• 50 miles (Redding to Red Bluff, CA) 
• 75 miles (Redding to Corning, CA)
• 100 miles (Redding to Chico, CA)

Note that we are avoiding paddling after dark, and will have a cutoff at Checkpoint 3 for the 100 mile course.  Racers that reach the checkpoint after the cutoff will be moved to the 75 mile course and recorded as a completion.