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#02 Top Yough Race

April 2, 2024

#02 Top Yough Race

Published: April 2, 2024

 ⏰ April: 1st Weekend

Garrett Scott crossing extreme kayaking race finish line

🚘 PArking Locations

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Race Registration 39.56571, -79.42641
Put In 39.49426, -79.41617
Takeout 39.52941, -79.41019
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💧 Overview

Top yough race is my favorite grass root race and a great way to kickstart your race season as it is a solid class IV run that brings out some of the best paddlers. It is a great place to build your boater community!

Great Falls Foundation has an excellent article with all the race day details

https://www.greatfallsfoundation.org/top-yough-race/


NOTE: This event has a tendency to move to it's rain date. Something to consider if driving from far away.


⛺️ Where to stay

With this being a colder event with a high chance of rain or snow it is really advised to shell out the money if you can to get an AirBnb with some friends. View pre-configured Airbnb search near Swallow Falls.


🤳 Phone Service

No issues. Service on water.

🌡️ Climate

High Temp 46 degrees
Low Temp 30 degrees
Water Temp Dry Top/Suit
Rain Chance 42%

View Local 7-day Forecast (Google Weather)

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A great post-Green Race bonus to try to catch if you can.
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It's the Green. 🦍
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