“It’s not about how fast you go.
It’s about how long you go fast.”

~ Ryan Thomson

Want to give Outrigger a try?

Then, join us at Baby Beach in Dana Point Harbor.

Saturdays and Sundays at 10 a.m., starting the first weekend in February and lasting through the end of March.

Pre-register by downloading, completing, and printing the Novice Waiver. Please bring your printed copy to the beach on your first day paddling. Pre-pay your Novice dues by visiting our online store. If you have any questions about the Novice program, please email the Dana Coaches.

SCORA Race Schedule

Iron
Crystal Pier - May 13
Battle of the Breakwater - May 10
Rig Run - May 17
Kahanamoku Klassic - June 7
Ventura Outrigger Challenge - June 14
Outrigger Iron Championships - June 28

9-man
Whitey Harrison Classic - August 9
Paopao - August 23
Catalina Channel Crossing - Sept. 6-7

Dana Outrigger Hosted Races

The Dana Ocean Challenge would not be possible
without the generous support of our sponsors.

Dana Ocean Challenge

March 15, 2025

Dana Outrigger is pleased to be part of the SoCal Ocean Racing Series. Our Winter Series Open Water Race, the Dana Ocean Challenge, is held every March – rain or shine!

For additional information and REGISTRATION,
go to Paddleguru.com

Whitey Harrison Classic

Race Day Information - Race Packet

The Whitey Harrison Classic is a 20-mile, 9-man outrigger race hosted by Dana Outrigger every August. The race was first run in July of 1971 from Newport to Dana Point Harbor as part of the Harbor’s Opening Ceremonies. Now, the race runs from just outside the mouth of Dana Point Harbor to Main Beach in Laguna Beach and back.

This event draws over 900 competitors in 19 divisions, ranging in age from 12 to 70. The festivities take place at Doheny State Beach. 

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The video below shows a Dana Outrigger Open Co-Ed Team competing in the 2013 Whitey Harrison Classic. They went on to a FIRST Place WIN in their division.

Alenuihaha: Whitey Harrison Classic Race, Dana Point Outrigger, 2013 from CroCam Video Productions on Vimeo.

The Whitey Harrison Classic would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsor.

Dana Ocean Challenge
Mar
15

Dana Ocean Challenge

Gather with fellow paddlers for a memorable day on the water at the 35th annual Ocean Challenge, hosted by Dana Outrigger Canoe Club.

Whether you’re racing the 10-mile Long Course or the 5-mile Short Course, the event promises a perfect blend of competition and good fun. We are often told that the Dana Ocean Challenge is one of the favorite events of the Winter Race Series.

Let the spirit of the camaraderie and the harbor's beauty make this event truly special. Paddle on!

Register at PaddleGuru.com.

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Crystal Pier
May
3

Crystal Pier

The Crystal Pier Outrigger Canoe Race is a Southern California Outrigger Racing Association Race hosted by Hanohano Canoe Club in San Diego, CA.

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Rig Run
May
17

Rig Run

The Rig Run, hosted by Ka Nai'a Outrigger, will be the second sanctioned California Iron long-distance race in the SCORA racing season.

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Dana Point Water Wars
Jul
4

Dana Point Water Wars

DanaPoint Water Wars is an annual event held in the beautiful DanaPoint Harbor every 4th July. Participants head out in the main channel in boats ranging from small inflatables to 20+ foot fishing boats. While there is no official start time, minor skirmishes can be seen throughout the day, while the epic-scale battle happens around noon. Participants can be seen of all ages, but anybody on the water is a fair target. See You There!

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Paopao
Aug
23

Paopao

Paopao, hosted by Oceanside Outrigger Canoe Club, will be the second sanctioned California 9-man race in the SCORA racing season.

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