River Races

The Mokelumne River Races – also called the Moke races – are a weekend whitewater kayaking event with a three mile downriver sprint, an 18-22 gate slalom race and plenty of slalom course practice time.The races are open to all boaters from novice to expert.  It’s a fun weekend and great for your paddling skills, no matter what your level.  Many boaters use their standard river running or play boats, but you’ll also see people in carbon fiber slalom racing boats, whitewater canoes, wildwater downriver race boats, and even Stand-up Paddleboards (SUPs).

If you’re unfamiliar with running a slalom course check out our Slalom Course Basics page.

Even if you’re not sure that you’re up for racing, watching the races, practicing on the slalom course and lending a hand can be a lot of fun and can give you a taste for what it’s all about.

Proceeds from the races go to support the club’s activities and donations to various river advocacy organizations.