Race to the Dome

17th Annual Race to the Dome – Saturday, October 3, 2026

Race to the Dome is a canoe/kayak/SUP race on the Missouri River. Two race courses are available to paddlers – Hartsburg Access to Jefferson City (15.8 miles) and Providence Access to Jefferson City (27.6 miles). The Finish Line is Noren Access at Wilson Serenity Point, N. Jefferson City, MO.

Proceeds from the race support Missouri River Relief’s efforts to connect people to the Missouri River through hands-on, on-the-river clean-ups, education and recreation.

The race will start Saturday morning at 9 am at the Hartsburg Access and the Providence Access points. The race will start in heats by divisions.

Race time will be between 2 and 6 hours depending on the paddlers’ experience. The race includes some top-notch competitors but is also is a perfect opportunity for novice paddlers to gain race experience and enjoy the beauty of the Missouri River. The race officially ends at 3 pm.

$65 per paddler. Registration closes Wednesday, September 30. Questions? [email protected]

Participants must provide their own boats. Limited shuttle available for the Hartsburg Race.

Check out our website for the details and to register – www.racetothedome.org
Last day to register – September 30