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2026 Slip Fest & Race (Headwaters Series)

April 17 - April 19

Slippery Rock Creek

Get ready to paddle hard, play harder, and celebrate the wild spirit of whitewater at Slip Fest 2026! Join us this April at McConnells Mill State Park, Pennsylvania, for an action-packed weekend of whitewater racing, camping, vendors, and gear raffles.

Whether you’re a racer, paddler, or outdoor enthusiast, this festival is the perfect way to kick off the spring paddling season. Don’t miss the excitement, community, and adventure—mark your calendars now for Slip Fest 2026!

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Friday Night: Potluck dinner featuring a main dish provided by Keel-haulers, and a community bonfire.

Saturday: Whitewater race on Lower Slippery Rock Creek, breakfast and dinner available, gear raffles with the award ceremony, and a community bonfire.
Sunday: Independent whitewater trips on Upper and Lower Slippery Rock Creek & other local rivers.
Event hosted by the Keel-Haulers Canoe Club

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  • Breakneck Campground
  • 1757 Cheeseman Rd
    Portersville, PA 16051 United States
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Details

Organizer

Venue

  • Breakneck Campground
  • 1757 Cheeseman Rd
    Portersville, PA 16051 United States
    + Google Map