Gorge Downwind Champs

Gorge Downwind Champs 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs – July 13th to 18th, 2026

The GDC is a week long downwind paddling festival for OC's, Surfski's and SUP's held annually in the Columbia River Gorge, 1 hour from Portland. Come for the full week of downwind shuttles and pro racing, and leave with memories that will last a lifetime

With heavy hearts, we honor Kai Bartlett—a true champion and legendary waterman whose loss is felt deeply throughout the...
03/29/2026

With heavy hearts, we honor Kai Bartlett—a true champion and legendary waterman whose loss is felt deeply throughout the paddling community.

Kai carried the spirit of aloha in everything he did—lifting others up, sharing his love for the water, and leading with quiet strength and humility.

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with his family and loved ones. May they find comfort in the incredible legacy he leaves behind and the many lives he inspired.

A hui hou, Kai.

Congratulations to the over 900 of you that registered for the 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs. We're stoked to welcome you b...
01/13/2026

Congratulations to the over 900 of you that registered for the 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs. We're stoked to welcome you back to the Gorge. Registration has now switched to a waitlist. To be added to the waitlist, simply follow the registration link at gorgedownwindchamps.com Hope to see you there!

We've hit our athlete capacity of 850 participants, but will continue to accept entires until 5pm PST today, at which ti...
01/12/2026

We've hit our athlete capacity of 850 participants, but will continue to accept entires until 5pm PST today, at which time the waitlist will be activated. So don't delay. Register now at gorgedownwindchamps.com

Registration is open NOW at gorgedownwindchamps.com
01/12/2026

Registration is open NOW at gorgedownwindchamps.com

🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🚨Registration for the 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs opens TODAY — January 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST! 🌬️🌊⏱...
01/11/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🚨

Registration for the 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs opens TODAY — January 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST! 🌬️🌊

⏱️ Important: All registrations submitted within the first 24 hours will be honored. https://www.gorgedownwindchamps.com

Set your alarms and get ready — we can’t wait to see you on the water! 🎉

REGISTRATON OPEN SOON>- Registration Opens Jan 11th 5pm PST / 8pm EST- Columbia River Gorge - July 13th -18th 2026www.go...
12/29/2025

REGISTRATON OPEN SOON
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- Registration Opens Jan 11th 5pm PST / 8pm EST
- Columbia River Gorge - July 13th -18th 2026
www.gorgedownwindchamps.com

Registration for the 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs opens January 11, 2026 at 5pm PST. Entries are capped at 850, but all en...
12/01/2025

Registration for the 2026 Gorge Downwind Champs opens January 11, 2026 at 5pm PST. Entries are capped at 850, but all entries made in the first 24 hours will be accepted, so don't dilly-dally. Go to GorgeDownwindChamps.com to register for this incredible week of friendship, downwinding and stoke!

08/06/2025

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Skamania County Fairgrounds
Stevenson, WA

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Monday 11am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 3:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 11:30am - 4:30pm

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