General Clinton Canoe Regatta

World's Longest Single Day Flat Water Canoe Race

May 22-24, 2026

Register to Race (coming soon) Spectator Guide
Listen to Live Race Coverage from WCDO (coming soon)
Enjoy Entertainment

Enjoy many different bands and shows. There's something for the whole family.

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Unforgettable Camping

Onsite camping is available all weekend. Sites are available with electric and water hookups.

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Unique Craft Fair

Find something unique while you're here. Browse through a wide variety of crafts and antiques all weekend long.

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Fun Carnival

Main Event Amusements provides a wide variety of rides and games for all ages all weekend long.

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River Map

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History

In 1963, 2 canoes made a pilot trip down the Susquehanna River from Cooperstown to Bainbridge. This voyage took 18 hours and 25 minutes. The first race was held July 4th, 1963 and had 45 entries. Winners finished in 11 hours 45 minutes. Today, the race record is 6 hours 34 minutes, 34 seconds. First place prize in 1963 was $200 and today's first place prize is $3000 and over $25,000 is awarded in prizes over the weekend The Regatta has grown from the one day event to 4 days of canoe races plus many other events; a 5k run, wrestling tournament, carnival rides, entertainment, food, fireworks and more. There are canoe races for young and old, newbies to pros. The General Clinton Canoe Regatta brings racers and spectators from all over the US, Canada, Europe and South America to paddle in this premier canoe racing event. The beautiful upper Susquehanna River valley plays host to this event every Memorial Day weekend and as the event founders hoped does bring visitors to our historical area. Hope to see you in May.

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Lodging Options

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Located near the start. Chalet Village

Conveniently located 15 minutes from Brookwood point, Chalet Village in Cooperstown features 16 individual, 2 bedroom chalets, each on its own private lot. Call 607.547.0523 for pricing and booking

www.cooperstownchalet.com
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Cooperstown Beaver Valley Cabins & Campsites

Nestled on 276 acres of natural beauty. Our goal at Beaver Valley is to provide you, our guest, the best experience we can so that all you need to focus on at your camp home is relaxing and enjoying the time with those you care about.

www.beaver-valley.com

Our Sponsors

Without our generous sponsors the General Clinton Canoe Regatta would not be the great event that is.
Please patronize and thank these businesses and organizations that have donated to our event.