Since 2004, the Petaluma River Marathon/Half-Marathon has been hosted on the Sunday of Labor Day weekend by Petaluma’s North Bay Rowing Club (est. 1984). Taking advantage of excellent conditions, a beautiful natural venue and the fortunate coincidence of the length of our tidal slough (13.1 miles to San Pablo Bay), it is one of the most beautiful and fun races on the west coast. This year marks the 20th anniversary of this exciting people-powered boating race.
The event is open to practically any rowed or paddled craft, and is a joy to witness from shore, too!
The race can be viewed from Petaluma River Park (start/finish); along the river trail through Alman Marsh (from the Sheraton) and from the lookout at Shollenberger Park and along the riverside portion of Shollenberger trail. Gilardi’s Lakeville Marina is a good place to view the half-marathon turnaround as well as marathoners as they head out and back. Sundrop Sauna now has a semipermanent sauna and plunge at Gilardi’s (book a session online), and there is a picnic table and restroom at this location too.
Note: The North Bay Rowing Club boatyard is NOT able to host spectators. Please find another location along the riverfront from which to enjoy the race.
Note: prospective competitors should register online at Regatta Central.
The races begin launching at 6:30 am and will finish before noon. Best viewing: 7 am-10:30 am.
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North Bay Rowing Club
625 2nd Street
- Petaluma