Wrightsville Beach Outrigger Canoe Club East Coast Championship
Wrightsville Beach Outrigger Canoe Club East Coast Championship is a paddle race on October 3–4, 2026 in Wrightsville Beach, NC, with entry fees from $75 to $400.
- Date
- October 3–4, 2026 (75 days to go)
- Price
- $75–$400
- Sport
- Paddle
From the Organizer
EVENT
Hosted by the Wrightsville Beach Outrigger Canoe Club (WBOCC), the East Coast Championship takes place in the scenic coastal town of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina.
This premier event draws top paddlers from across the COUNTRY while welcoming athletes of all skill levels. Whether you're racing to win or paddling for the experience, this championship offers a fun, challenging, and unforgettable weekend on the water.
WHERE
Across from the Trailbord Surf & Hotel
275 Waynick Blvd
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
WHEN
Join us for a weekend of competitive paddling.
Saturday, October 3, 2026 – OC6 Races
Sunday, October 4, 2026 – Small Craft Races (OC1, OC2, SURFSKI and V1)
DISTANCES
- The Graveyard Course (approximately 14 miles)
- 3 Islands Course (approximately 9 miles)
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
80°
Typical Low
61°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Wilmington 7 Se, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Wrightsville Beach, NC
City Elevation
0 ft
Nearest Airport
ILM
Wilmington International Airport · 7 mi
Major Hub
MYR
Myrtle Beach International Airport · 75 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Wrightsville Beach Outrigger Canoe Club East Coast Championship, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
75
Days to train
- Race
- Wrightsville Beach Outrigger Canoe Club East Coast Championship
- Date
- October 3–4, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Paddle sports cover kayak, canoe, SUP, and outrigger racing on rivers, lakes, and open ocean — from short sprints to marathon distances, split by craft. The water and the weather are as much a part of the race as the field.
It's a full-body, low-impact way to race, where reading the water and a smooth, repeatable stroke matter as much as raw power.
Paddle Sports
Kayak, canoe, SUP, and outrigger races on rivers, lakes, and ocean. Sprints to marathon distances, split by craft.
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Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Wrightsville Beach than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Wrightsville Beach Outrigger Canoe Club East Coast Championship
Oct 3, 2026