The Mighty Cumberland River Run 2021

August 21th, 2021

This summer grab a kayak, paddleboard, or canoe and join the River Festivus to float as part of the Fourth Annual Mighty Cumberland River Run! This stretch of the Cumberland River is truly one of the most beautiful waterways in the region. Limestone cliffs extend out, as bald eagles fly above, and the water is crystal clear. The river is often shrouded in a beautiful early morning fog and was used extensively as steamboat's transported goods and services in the rivers early days. As the course meanders south, you'll be cooled by the always constant year-round river temps in the mid-'50s.  It's guaranteed to keep you from getting too hot as you paddle to the take-out. Burkesville is a quiet little river town nestled in the hills of Cumberland County, with plenty of area history, down-home country charm and some of the most beautiful scenery. It is Kentucky's best-kept secret.  For the folks who want more of a fitness challenge - take on the 7 miles Short Stroke Race or the 12 Mile Long Stroke Race. If you can’t BYOB (Bring your own boat), don’t worry the local River Rentals will have plenty of canoes and kayaks for rent!

The event is a part of the Burkesville KY's Cumberland River Festivus, a weekend event with riverside camping, live music, and other fun activities.  Proceeds go to benefit the Cumberland County Partners With Pride - the official beautification organization of Cumberland County - and other local non-profit organizations.

Preregistration Deadline: 8.20.2021

Transfer/Refund Policy:

Entry fees are non-refundable. Race credit is available for future Cumberland River Run events.

Events 

• 12 Mile Long Course Race -  Start 1304 Bakerton Ferry Road

  Safety/course meeting:  9:30 AM

  Start Time:  9:45 AM

  1304 Bakerton Ferry Boat Ramp to 233 Gar Whicker Road

  
  

• 7 Mile Short course Race - Start 1304 Bakerton Ferry Road

  Safety / course meeting:  10:00 AM

  Start Time:  10:15 AM 

  1304 Bakerton Ferry Boat Ramp to Burkesville Boat Ramp

  
  

• Festivus Float - For all the rest of us!  No competition! - Burkesville Boat Ramp

  Safety/course meeting: 12:45 AM

  Start Time:  1:00 PM

  Burkesville Boat Ramp - at the end of Upper River Street, Burkesville, KY to 233 Gar Whicker Road

  
  

Participants will receive:

• Custom cap  - Floaters and Racers
• Meal - Racers

For Racers. Awards will be given in the following categories.

• Stand-up paddleboard 14 & Under
• High Performance Kayak (18'1")
• Fast Sea Kayak (16'1" -18')
• Sea Kayak (14'-16')
• Kayak (Under 14)
• Solo Canoe (Includes Outrigger)
• Tandem Kayak
• Tandem Canoe 
• Tandem Outrigger Canoe

Registration Prices:

• Adult Floater: $35 (Includes a custom cap)
• Youth Floater: $15 (Includes a custom cap)
• Solo Racer: $60- 12 Mi and $60 -  7 Mi Preregistration $10.00 extra per event after August 19. (includes a custom cap, meal, awards for top three finalists, and free camping)
• Tandem Team: $60 (includes a custom cap, meal, awards for top three finalists, and free camping)