Your Hub for the Great Alabama 650 Race
Extreme athletes test their strength, endurance, and mental fortitude in the longest paddle race in the United States. This epic adventure takes racers along the core section of the Alabama Scenic River Trail– at 650 miles it’s the longest National Water Trail in a single state. From rushing whitewater, flat lakes and big rivers to the ambling river delta and out onto Mobile Bay, the race challenges even the most experienced paddlers. This 10-day nonstop race is a one-of-a-kind experience that will not soon be forgotten!
The Alabama Scenic River Trail (ASRT) is proud to annually hold the Great Alabama 650, now in its 8th year. We encourage you to explore all that the AL650 has to offer and consider paddling Alabama for yourself using our many paddling resources!
Race Rules, Regulations, & Registration
Think you’ve got what it takes to conquer the Great Alabama 650 Paddle Race?
We recommend exploring the race rules, portage times, qualifiers, and FAQs before clicking to register using the button below.
Deep Dive into the Great Alabama 650
New to the AL650 fandom? Learn about the race and its history below!
Sponsor the Great Alabama 650
Support Alabama’s premier endurance paddling race.
The Great Alabama 650 showcases the beauty, challenge, and adventure of paddling across our state. Sponsoring the race aligns your brand with resilience, exploration, and one of Alabama’s most iconic sporting events.
Sponsorships support race safety, media coverage, and the statewide promotion of Alabama’s waterways. Sign up before August 3rd to be a frontline supporter of this premier event.
Our 2025 AL650 Sponsors & Race Partners
We couldn’t put on this amazing event without the help of our sponsors. Thank you to all the groups, organizations, companies and individuals that make this race possible!
