Chattajack 31

Chattajack 31 Chattajack is a paddleboard/kayak race unlike any other. It is one that celebrates the effort a padd Chattajack is WPA sanctioned. Total Distance: 31.5 Miles.

The race will begin in Chattanooga TN, travels 31 miles downstream through the Tennessee River Gorge ending at Hales Bar Marina on Nickajack Lake. Race Details:
Race will begin 8:30 AM with a mass start. The course will pass Lookout Mountain and Moccasin Bend before traveling through, the Tennessee River Gorge. After traveling the entire gorge the race will end at Hale’s Bar Marina in Nickajack La

ke. Racers are required to have a PFD, feel free to bring low profile CO2 inflatable or traditional style PFD. Leashes are optional. Drafting is allowed within class. A few people have asked if this section of river contains rapids or rocks. There are not rapids and the river is deep enough for barges, yachts, etc to travel up and down. Races begin at 8:30 AM with meeting at 7:30 AM. Please be at race start with board and personal gear by 7 AM. Support for racers:
3 aid stations will provide water and food supplies to racers during their 31-mile push. We've also reserved the Pot House so if racers need a break they can stop to rest, rehydrate, and refuel for the final half. Chattajack Race Divisions:
SUP: 12'6", 14', Unlimited
Prone
Kayak
Surf Ski
Outrigger Canoe
Tandem Divisions will be added as needed during registration. Spectators:
The Chattajack racecourse is perfect for family and friends that want to view the action or cheer on racers. The gorge is accessible by vehicle so we encourage spectators to cheer on racers from stopping points along the way! Fun Things Around Chattanooga After the Race:
If you are a visitor to Chattanooga and looking for something fun to do on Sunday (day after race) feel free to let us know how much time you have and if you are looking for something wild or mild and we’ll make a recommendation for you before you make your way home. RootsRated has some great ideas on things to do. Cool Vid showcasing Chattanooga:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vp7t7-kuGXs&feature=player_embedded

Volunteers:
If you are interested in volunteering for the race please email: [email protected]

For more information please visit our website at www.chattajack.com

05/01/2026

Congrats Robert Norman on being the first Chattajack registered racer! You are a cyber ninja and a darn fast waterman as well! Congrats to everyone who got a seat in the 2026 Chattajack race, the event is officially sold out! We are speechless once again. Thank you all so so much, now get some rest!!

Unveiling the official artwork for Chattajack 2026 — created by the incredibly talented Annie Davidson of Australia 🇦🇺20...
03/03/2026

Unveiling the official artwork for Chattajack 2026 — created by the incredibly talented Annie Davidson of Australia 🇦🇺

2026: The Year of the Hourglass. 31 miles connecting effort, grit, the grind, place, flow, friends, families, community, and time.

Heading into year 15, the hourglass just feels relevant. Like a favorite snow globe but with a stopwatch. Every stroke. Each year. Every paddler. Each story. Friendships formed. Bonds solidified.

We'll focus on a race experience that brings all the feels to the forefront, you focus on a strong personalized race plan!

Thank you to Annie for bringing this vision to life.

October 24, 2026 Chattanooga, TN
There’s one way in CJ — forward and through.

12/05/2025
Jeff Holubeshen has SO MANY incredible photos. Please visit his Flickr link to see more from Suck Creek, Raccoon Mtn and...
12/05/2025

Jeff Holubeshen has SO MANY incredible photos. Please visit his Flickr link to see more from Suck Creek, Raccoon Mtn and 700 photos (like the one below) from the Finish Line! Thank you Jeff!!
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Congrats 2025 racers! Here are links to final results by division:https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/57912 -600370;perpa...
11/05/2025

Congrats 2025 racers! Here are links to final results by division:
https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/57912 -600370;perpage:100

Thank you for your patience as we compiled the overall results:
https://www.chattajack.com/2025-all-results

And, we have new course records in Women's Prone 14', Surfski-3, and Women's C-2!
https://www.chattajack.com/course-records

HUGE thanks to the Race Day Events team for yet again, doing an incredible job timing this unique race. They work hard long after the race is over to ensure that our results are as correct and complete as possible. Chattajack is not your average race, and we could not do this with out them!!

Results from the 2025 Chattajack 31 mile SUP and kayak paddle race in Chattanooga, TN.

Racers. PLEASE READ YOUR EMAILS. Two important ones went out today. The first included tons of race info, including some...
10/24/2025

Racers. PLEASE READ YOUR EMAILS.
Two important ones went out today. The first included tons of race info, including some important updates on exiting the water at Hales Bar Marina after you finish the race.
The second, is info regarding parking at the Marina. (including the map below) They will have a tow truck on site both Friday and Saturday. Please abide by their rules to help us maintain good relations for future races AND prevent the massive bummer of having your car towed.
Read your emails. We'll see you all tomorrow!!

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