GoPro Down River Kayak Sprint

A COLD WET BURN

Due to low water flows this year, the GoPro Down River Kayak Sprint is moving to the Upper Colorado River, from Pumphouse to Radium, for a fast 4–4.5-mile stretch of Class I–III whitewater.

UPDATED May 2026: Paddle your heart out as you race against the clock from the Pumphouse put-in to the Radium take-out. If you sprint down the chilling Colorado River fast enough, you may even find yourself on top of the pack!

DATE TBD

IMPORTANT:

• MANDATORY – CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY: ALL river gear must be cleaned of plants, mud, and debris; drained of all standing water; and fully dried prior to participation in the GOPRO DOWN RIVER KAYAK SPRINT Compliance is required before competing. Colorado Parks and Wildlife will have a mobile cleaning unit onsite to assist. These steps, along with proper watercraft inspection, help protect our waterways from aquatic invasive species. Learn more at www.cleanboater.org
• Athletes must arrive at the put-in no less than 45 minutes before the race start time to go through a gear check, attend mandatory safety meeting, receive start times, and pick up their competition bib. 
• River conditions will be continually monitored, and these events are subject to change as the event draws closer. Download the Mountain Games app and turn on notifications to receive the latest updates.

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