Camillus Canal Paddle Classic

Race Postponed

New Date: October 4th 2025

The 2025 Camillus Canal Paddle Classic has been postponed. Weed management along the course has become too big an issue. We are looking at October 4th, but that date in still unconfirmed.

All pre-registrants are entitled to a full refund, and we hope to see everyone this fall.

We are grateful to the Town of Camillus and the volunteers at the Sims Museum for coming to us with the idea for this race and working with us to make it happen.

Here Are Your Options:

Welcome Paddlers!

This Father's Day event is the perfect opportunity to get the whole family outside! Celebrate the 200th Anniversary of the Old Erie Canal with a fun, family friendly, canoe & kayak race.

Rec Race

Pulling the old alumacraft out of the barn? New to paddle racing? This is the class for you!
Race two miles from Reed Webster Park to a bouy turn at the Aqueduct and back!
Race start is at 10:45am and it is $20 per participant.
Children aged 13 and under must wear a PFD.

Long Course

NYPRA classes apply.
Start at Reed Webster Park - portage Devoe Rd - buoy turn just before Warners Park - finish back at Reed Webster Park. Eight miles total.
Race start is at 10:30am and it is $25 per participant.
Children aged 13 and under must wear a PFD.

Special prizes for the fastest parent/child team!

While pre-registrations are preferred, participants are welcome to register race-day morning at Reed Webster Park.