THE FLOWAGE canoe race
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Distance
- Long Course: (A) C2 Competition Mixed price per boat · Long Course (B) C2 Competition Female price per boat · Long Course (C) C2 Competition Male price per boat & more
From the Organizer
Taking over the second Saturday in July, originally held for the historic Wisconsin River Canoe Race, THE FLOWAGE canoe race, offers racers similar distances at a fresh venue.
A complete list of classes for each race distance is below. To see the descriptions and requirements for each class click the "Race Class Info" link above or check the race website. If you have questions about what class your boat fits in, contact us and we'll help you!
Only one registration required per boat. Tandem boats will be asked to name your partner during the registration process. For Unlimited classes with multiple paddlers, list all paddlers.
***Registration prices listed above are per boat.*** Proceeds from the race will go to a local non-profit organization.
Registration ends at 5:00 pm on Monday, July 6th. On-site registration will be available until 8:00 am race morning at a cost of $30 additional per boat and cash only.
Free T-shirts(s) for Long Course and Short Course paddlers that register online by June 1st (one free T-shirt for solo classes and two free for all other classes). Additional merch, including T-shirts, available for purchase onsite on race morning.
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Long Course (16 miles) Race Classes
(A) C2 Competition Mixed
(B) C2 Competition Female
(C) C2 Competition Male
(D) C1 Competition Single Paddler Female
(E) C1 Competition Single Paddler Male
(F) K1 Unlimited Kayak Female
(G) K1 Unlimited Kayak Male
(H) K2 Racing Unlimited Kayak
(J) Open Racing (long course)
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Short Course (6 miles) Race Classes
(AA) C2 Junior
(BB) C2 or K2 Adult/Youth
(CC) C2 Aluminum or Touring Female
(DD) C2 Aluminum or Touring Male
(FF) C2 Aluminum or Touring Mixed
(GG) C1 Single Paddler Female
(HH) C1 Single Paddler Male
(JJ) K1 Recreational Short Kayak Female
(KK) K1 Recreational Short Kayak Male
(NN) K1 Recreational Long Kayak Female
(PP) K1 Recreational Long Kayak Male
(RR) K1 Sea Kayak Female
(TT) K1 Sea Kayak Male
(UU) K2 Recreational Unlimited Kayak
(VV) SUP Stand Up Paddleboard Female
(XX) SUP Stand Up Paddleboard Male
(YY) Open Racing (short course)
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Fun Paddle (2 miles)
(FUN) All/Any Paddlecraft Welcome
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Schedule
Saturday
7:00 am – 8:30 am Check-in and number assignment (long and short course)
8:35 am Long Course race meeting (10 minutes)
8:45 am Long Course boats get in water and line-up
8:55 am National Anthem
9:00 am LONG COURSE START*
9:00 to 9:30 am Check-in and number assignment (short course)
9:35 am Short Course race meeting (10 minutes)
9:45 am Short Course boats get in water and line-up
9:55 am National Anthem
10:00 am SHORT AND FUN COURSES COMBINED START*
12:30 pm Awards
*Depending on the number of boats, there may be multiple starts based on race classes per the discretion of the race directors. Notification will be given at the race meeting.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
56°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gordon, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gordon, WI
Elevation
1,088 ft
Nearest Airport
DLH
Duluth International Airport · 46 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 116 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at THE FLOWAGE canoe race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- THE FLOWAGE canoe race
- Date
- July 11, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is THE FLOWAGE canoe race?
- THE FLOWAGE canoe race is a running race held in Gordon, Wisconsin on July 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is THE FLOWAGE canoe race?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Gordon, Wisconsin at Gordon Dam County Park, Gordon, WI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for THE FLOWAGE canoe race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
THE FLOWAGE canoe race
Jul 11, 2026