Paddle Boarding Events Arizona
Explore the most exciting paddle boarding events in Arizona with Canyon Paddle! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced paddler, our events are designed to offer fun, adventure, and community on the water.
Why Attend a Paddle Boarding Event?
Our Arizona paddle boarding events are a great way to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and improve your paddle boarding skills. We offer events for all ages and skill levels, and our friendly guides are always there to help. Don’t have your own gear? Rent a paddle board from Canyon Paddle and join us on the water!
COST SHARING TRIPS
Horseshoe Bend
Trip Details:
- Overnight camping trip under the world-renowned Horseshoe Bend Lookout, starting from Gilbert, Arizona, with a five-hour travel to Lees Ferry, just outside of Page, AZ.
- Take a backhaul (boat ride) from Lee’s Ferry up to Glen Canyon Dam to reach the top for paddling downriver.
Day One:
- Paddle 6 miles to the campsite, usually mile nine campgrounds, observing petroglyphs and natural springs along the way. Camping in Marble Canyon offers amazing stargazing opportunities.
- Paddle 9 miles back down to Lees Ferry, optionally visiting a slot canyon hike 4 miles from Lee’s Ferry. Stop in Flagstaff for lunch on the return trip to Gilbert.
- Meet the group at Lee’s Ferry with provided details. Rental boards available if needed.
- Shuttle to Horseshoe Bend includes a continental breakfast. Overnight camping includes provided firewood, games on the beach, and sometimes live music with a resident guitarist. Itinerary, packing list, and assistance offered.
2 Options (Please reach out to let us know the date before you pay):
- Horseshoe Bend Adventure - Shuttle with us - $260
- Horseshoe Bend Adventure - Meet us at Lee’s Ferry - $160
2024 Dates:
September 20 & 21
October 25 & 26
We are a member and an outfitter with the American Canoe Association.
GUIDED TRIPS & TOURS
AZ Hot Springs/ Emerald Cave Guided Tour
Trip Details:
- 2-day trip starting just below Hoover Dam and spanning 12 miles to Willow Beach.
- Abundance of history and sights, including Sauna caves, waterfalls, AZ hot springs, Emerald Cave, and more.
- Overnight camping at AZ hot springs with pit toilets available.
- The area is inhabited by critters (skunks, racoons, snakes), so a hard shell container was provided for food storage.
Logistics and Safety:
- Colorado River trip along the Arizona-Nevada Border.
- Guide equipped with a satellite phone for emergencies (no phone service), WAG bags (required by forest service), and plastic containers for food.
- Guide's extensive knowledge of the water and the specific section of the Colorado River.
- A background check is required for security clearance at the top.
Experience:
- Beginner and Intermediate
- Unforgettable trip with the potential for repeated visits.
2 Options (Please reach out to let us know the date before you pay):
- Shuttle with us
- Meet us at willow beach and shuttle with us through security
DATES COMING SOON
We are a member and an outfitter with the American Canoe Association.
2024 EVENTS & RACES
Full Moon Paddles
UPCOMING EVENTS:
GLOW FLOATS:
AUGUST 31
SEPTEMBER 27 & 28
FULL MOON FLOATS:
AUGUST 16 & 17
SEPTEMBER 13 AND 14
OCTOBER 18 AND 19
Havasu Heat April 6 - Rotary Park
Join us for the 5th annual Havasu Heat Race in Beautiful Lake Havasu Arizona. Paddlers come together from Arizona, California, Utah, New Mexico and Hawaii to participate in either short or long course racing.
The Havasu Heat Race is one of the classic desert lake races featuring OC-1's, OC-2's, OC6's, Surfski, Traditional Paddleboard, Standup Paddleboard, V1 and Kayak.
PFD's and leashes are highly encouraged.
Salt River Speed Paddles
Speed Paddle with us on Friday Mornings in the Summer. Contact us for more details.
Another Dam Race
Shop Address:
1035 N Ellsworth Rd #107, Mesa, AZ 85207
We moved into a shop at Ellsworth and Brown that put us on the map as the closest shop to the water.