June 27, 2026

Join us on Saturday, June 27, at the “35 MPH Bridge Pullout” across from the Lava Lake Trailhead for a fun-filled day of whitewater celebration!

Event Schedule:

  • 9 AM: In-Person Registration Open

  • 10 AM: MANDATORY Competitor Meeting

  • 10:30 AM: Slalom Race

  • 1:30 PM: Downriver Race

  • 3:30 PM: BoaterX Race

  • 5 PM: Awards and Raffle Drawing

Racer Info:

Racers must:

  • register and complete you ACA Waiver either online or in-person day of

  • be able to safely and comfortably paddle all race sections of the Gallatin

  • return their bib in order to receive their raffle ticket after the races

King and Queen of the Gallatin:

If you wish to be in the running for the King and Queen of the Gallatin, you must paddle in the short boat category as this is where the majority of the racers are. There is a prize for the winners.

Carpool and Parking

If three or more people are in your vehicle, EACH person in the vehicle receives a raffle ticket for the general gear raffle (not the kayak raffle). Please park close to other cars in order to help us park everyone attending the festival as well as those using the public access site outside of the festival.