Pagosa Paddle 2026

The weekend of May 15 & 16, the San Juan River will have a surge of boaters competing for bragging rights and prizes during the annual Pagosa Paddle whitewater races. Not up for paddling? Come out to cheer on these athletes as they go through the downtown water features that make up the whitewater park on the San Juan River through downtown Pagosa Springs. Spectators can watch the action from above at the Overlook viewing point, alongside the almost famous river walk or from the healing waters at The Springs Resort. We are collaborating again with The Springs Resort during their Pints, Pools and Paddles event. All Pagosa Paddle participants will receive a FREE soaking pass, compliments of The Springs Resort. Even better, the first 30 athletes to register will receive a full access pass to Pints, Pools and Paddles which means a soaking pass and beer tasting at the Brewfest tent during awards after the race!!