Lake Metroparks Madhatters Canoe & Kayak Race - Double Kayak
Apr 25, 2026Geneva, OH, US
External Event
Distance
8.5 mi
Pace
Varies
Terrain
River
Difficulty
Moderate
About this run
Race begins at Ashtabula County Metroparks’ Harpersfield Covered Bridge Metropark and ends at Lake Metroparks’ Hidden Valley Park in Madison. Race course is 8.5 miles. MADDEST HAT CONTEST Are you mad? (All racers qualify!) Design a hat (or some sort of river-worthy headgear) and wear it April 25. The “maddest hat” wins a prize! The more creative, the better— just go crazy! Hats must be worn during the race and fit under bridges (clearance approx. 140 ft.). Registration ends at 11:59 pm on Sunday, April 19.
What to expect
- 13.7 km double kayak race
- Scenic river course
- Madest Hat Contest for creative headwear
- Race from Harpersfield Covered Bridge Metropark to Hidden Valley Park
External Event
RegisterRegistration is handled by the official event organizer
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