Upper Ottawa River Race 2025

The Upper Ottawa River Race is an annual flat-water paddling event featuring races for canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, and other vessels. Participants can choose from a 10 km race, a 4 km short course, and a 1 km kids' race. The event welcomes all skill levels and ages, catering to both competitive and recreational paddlers.

Registration includes an event shirt, a catered meal, a swag bag, and post-race music and activities, making it a fun and inclusive experience for everyone.

- 10 km race: round-trip starting and ending at Petawawa Point Beach, navigating around islands
- 4 km race: short course around several islands, starting and ending at Petawawa Point Beach
- 1 km kids' race starts at Petawawa Point Beach, with parental support encouraged
- Participants must have required safety equipment
- Race surface: water (flat-water paddling on the Ottawa River)

- Includes an event shirt, catered meal, swag bag, and post-race music and activities
- Races for all ages and skill levels: 10 km, 4 km, and kids 1 km
- Family friendly with parents welcome to accompany younger paddlers
- Flat-water paddling on the scenic Ottawa River