This is a legendary bucket list race. A 22-mile (35km) point-to-point open-water crossing of Lake Tahoe—cold, deep, and mentally demanding. You’ll launch into the “Alpine Caribbean,” surrounded by towering mountainous peaks, and commit to a line across one of the most iconic bodies of water in the world. It’s a true bucket-list effort, not about […]
The Lake Tahoe Downwind Championship is a premier alpine paddling event built around a thrilling 9-mile (15 km) downwind run along Tahoe’s West Shore—designed to harness powerful afternoon winds, long fetch, and fast-moving open-water energy. Paddlers glide across crystal-clear waters shaped by Sierra weather patterns and canyon-driven winds. The downwind race will run on Friday […]
Paddle Jam is a high-energy race and beachside celebration set on the pristine shores of North Lake Tahoe. This unique format challenges paddlers in 3-mile heats with time cut-offs—advance to 6 or 9 miles based on your pace and performance. Designed for all levels, the event lets every paddler race their best distance, making it […]
The Kaspian Downwinder is a classic 9-mile (15km) downwind run for the Team Tahoe Waterman crew whenever the wind allows. The event also caters to beginner and intermediate paddlers with a 3-mile (5km) race course. The lake has a big fetch with afternoon high winds, an excellent combination for riding bumps and gliding across the […]
