On September 9, 2017, the Glendale Narrows will again come alive with the now Fourth LA River Boat Race. 

Paddlers of all ages and abilities will a find this a fun and safe exploration of our changing waterway. Boats and gear are provided if needed. Plus our new Boat Float Pageant and Parade gives visitors a new way to engage with the river and the community around it. Costumes encouraged. Canoes and SUPs welcomed. All boaters must wear close-toed, water resistant shoes.

Our original Fun Course  is simple -- anyone can do it. So it's a great way to (literally) get your feet wet in the revitalizing LA River. We will also again have our challenging Down River and Multisport courses for the adventurous and athletic. We finish with an awards ceremony at the Frogtown Brewery. 

All monies collected go to cover race costs and the educational programs of nonprofit LA River Expeditions.

COURSE DETAILS

In 2017 we have these events to choose from:

Our Original "Fun" Course sprint welcomes beginning, recreational and expert paddlers. Participants paddle a short rapid and then some flatwater, performing one "fun" task along the way. We provide kayaks and safety gear. All are welcome to "pay what they can afford" -- no one will be turned away for lack of funds. (Suggested donation $25) We love stand up paddleboards, especially inflatables.

Our Down River Race runs down the Glendale Narrows water trail. Experienced adult paddlers with their own craft and gear navigate rocky rapids, dead ends, drops and rock gardens. Whew!

The ACA Multisport Triathlon Race combines paddling (again, SUPs welcome), cycling and running in three legs of a half-mile section of the river and adjacent bike path. The race may be done by one individual or a team. Only one "captain" should register for the team at this site.

New this year is our Boat Pageant and Parade featuring surprise celebrity judging and audience voting. More details about how to enter are here:
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Got a question? Email us at lariverbeach@gmail.com. But consider checking out our Schedule and Registration tabs first.