2025 Ultra Marathon Opportunities

LCRK has always had strong participation in a range of accessible and iconic ultra-marathon events. For 2025 the events include:

Dates will be updated as information comes to hand....

Wyong 30 - Sun 28 Sep 2025

From CCP: We are gearing up for the 2025 30km, which I invite your paddlers to attend, perhaps as preparation for this year's HCC. We need to run it over three laps again, as yet another tree has fallen in, 1.4km upstream of the start, at Lions Park

We have relaxed the "Members only" rule on the Trophy, which was introduced in 1995, due to the Trophy not being returned, since 1980

Entries are invited for the 2025 30km Van Stappen Trophy on Wyong River, for paddlecraft, starting, and finishing at Lions Park, Panonia Road, Wyong, 28th September. It is run on handicap, for added interest. The Van Stappen Trophy is for the Fastest Time, and the Handicappers Trophy is for Fastest time in Single Craft for Members/Visitors, Male/Female.

Held on the section of river, from near the mouth, to Lions Park, in the shadows of the Railway Bridge in Wyong. Consequently, there are three laps - two of about 11.3km - and a shorter lap to make up the 30km. The "Bottom" turn is the Red and White channel marker, near the mouth, ("Red Pole") - the "Top" turn is a yellow 20 litre drum, 100 metres downstream of the Start/Finish Line. The third, and last turn, is a very large yellow buoy, (with a cage on top), over a kilometre upstream from the first turn. See diagram below. This is an excellent location for Photographers in the latter stage of the Event.

Estimated Finish Time is 11:30am. Safety - courtesy of Shelly Beach Surf Club. Lifejackets to be worn. Entries, including type of craft, M/F, with two suitable, recent performances (for handicapping purposes), to the Secretary, centralcoastpaddlers@gmail.com by Sunday 21st September. Entry is $20 - payable "on-the-day," at Lions Park. Refreshments will be provided. Also, a draw for Lucky Prizes.

Clarence 100 - 10-12 October 2025

It’s The Clarence 100– 10th Anniversary Marathon!

The Clarence 100 – 3-day, 3-stage river marathon covering 106km of the stunning Clarence River and Northern NSW waterways. From the bush to the beach, this race takes paddlers through the Clarence Valley with glimpses of the unique biodiversity and opportunities to visit historic riverside towns such as Copmanhurst, Grafton, Ulmarra, Brushgrove, Maclean, and Yamba.

You can paddle the full distance each day or split the distance in a relay team. Each day can be finished by lunch, and you are free to soak up the atmosphere of the region.

🚣‍♀️ Who can enter?
Everyone! From elite athletes to weekend warriors, paddlers take on the challenge in surf skis, kayaks, outriggers, prones, and SUPs. Compete solo, pair up, or form a relay team. Age groups run from juniors all the way to 70+.

📅 Key Dates:
* Sign On Night: Thu 9 Oct, 5:30–7:30pm @ Crown Hotel, Grafton.

  • Day 1: Fri 10 Oct, start 7 am, 40km from Copmanhurst to Grafton. The split for the day is 18km and 22km.
  • Day 2: Sat 11 Oct, 42km from Grafton to Maclean (Start : SUP/Prone 7am, all others 7:15am). The split for the day is 22km and 20km.
  • Day 3: Sun 12 Oct, start 7:30am, 25km from Maclean to Yamba. The split for the day is 11km and 15km. Finish Line: Whiting Beach, Yamba 🎉
  • Presentations: Sun 12 Oct, 1:30pm @ Yamba Golf Club (light refreshments 3–4:30pm)

With over 110 competitors registered already, it promises to be a BIG ONE!

The countdown is on – come paddle (registration is still open), or cheer and celebrate 10 years of the Clarence 100!