THE EVENT

RACE HARD.
GIVE BACK.

Join us on the shores of beautiful Suttons Bay for an unforgettable day on the water! Whether you're a seasoned paddler or just in it for the fun, there's a race for everyone , choose from a 10K, 5K, or a high-energy sprint race.
Don't miss our FREE kids race for youth 13 and under,  perfect for inspiring the next generation of paddlers!
Protect what we love. 
GIVING BACK
All proceeds from shirt sales and donations go to:
  • Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy — protecting Michigan's natural beauty for generations to come.
  • The Leelanau Conservancy — working hard to preserve the land and water we love to paddle.

Paddling has given so much to all of us — let's give a little back.
THE COMPETITION

CHOOSE YOUR RACE

​9:00 AM

5K

3 MILES
10:00 AM

10K

6 MILES
12:00 PM

SPRINT

HIGH ENERGY
1:00 PM

KIDS

1 MILE · AGES <13
RACE DAY

SCHEDULE - JUNE 20

9:00AM - 5K RACE (OPEN DIVISION)

10:00AM: 10K RACE (OPEN DIVISION)

12:00AM: SPRINT (SHORT COURSE)

1:00AM - KIDS RACE (AGES 13 & UNDER) 

Course Map: Wind direction will determine the final race course. Updated course maps will be shared on our Instagram @paddle45 prior to race day.
GETTING HERE

DIRECTIONS TO SUTTON PARK

​📍 Sutton Park — Southern end of Suttons Bay village, near the intersection of South Shore Drive & South Front Street
From Traverse City (South)
  1. Head north on M-22 N (West Bay Shore Drive)
  2. Continue approximately 15 miles
  3. Look for South Shore Drive on your right before the village
  4. Turn right — Sutton Park is immediately on your left
From Northport (North)
  1. Drive south on M-22 S
  2. After about 10 miles, enter Suttons Bay
  3. Pass through the village center, turn left onto South Shore Drive
  4. Sutton Park will be immediately on your left
From the East (via M-204)
  1. Take M-204 W toward Suttons Bay
  2. At the junction with M-22, turn left to head south
  3. Shortly after, turn right on South Shore Drive before the village center
  4. Sutton Park will be immediately on your left
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