Name: The 5th Annual Clemson Paddle Jam!!
Start: 2026-05-30T10:00:00-04:00
Location: 12 Mile Beach/Park

Join us for the 5th Annual Clemson Paddle Jam, part of the South East Paddlesports Series!
Saturday races include a 1 mile, 3 mile and 6 mile option for single, tandem, racing and recreational kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards and pedal boats.
Awards medals presented to top 3 finishers in each category!
Register by Monday May, 18th to be guaranteed your Paddle Jam t-shirt.
Last day to register Thursday May, 28th.
Register here: https://paddleguru.com/races/ClemsonPaddleJam2026
10 % of event proceeds to benefit the Community Foundation of Greater Clemson

Event Schedule:
Friday Social Activities: Island Style Cook Out, Sunset Paddle & Jet Ski Rentals
Join Cruz Outdoors and friends for an "Island Style" themed cookout with delicious island inspired cuisine, tropical NA drinks and music at Shelter #1, 12 Mile Park in Clemson. After dinner, we'll get out on the water for a group sunset paddle!
Fridays Schedule:
6:00-7:00pm Cookout at Shelter #1, 12 Mile Park
7:00-8:00pm: Group Sunset Paddle with Cruz Outdoors
NEW!! Jet Ski rentals available for purchase between 6-8:30pm.
*Reserve your dinner and jet ski when you register for the race!
Saturday: Race Day!!
Arrive at 12 Mile Park in Clemson between 8am and 9:15am to sign your waiver, get your race bib, t-shirt, morning snack and hydration, to prepare for the race. After the race, head over to Kite Hill Brewing Co. for food, drinks, awards, raffle and live music. 10% of food and drink proceeds will be donated to the Community Foundation of Greater Clemson.
*Pre order meals available that will be ready to pick up when you arrive at Kite Hill.
Saturday Schedule:
8:00am: Registration table opens.
9:15am: Pre-race safety meeting begins.
10:00am: 6 mile race starts.
10:05am: 3 mile race starts
10:10am: 1 mile fun race starts
12:30pm: Awards and Raffle begin at Kite Hill Brewing Co.
12-2pm: Live Music at Kite Hill Brewing Co.
Stay the night in Clemson!
Thank you to The Comfort Inn and Suites in Clemson for providing discounted accommodations.
For all questions and to become a sponsor please contact Brandon Cruz at [email protected]