Grassy Key Paddle Battle
When is Grassy Key Paddle Battle?
Grassy Key Paddle Battle takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Marathon, FL.
What distances does Grassy Key Paddle Battle offer?
Grassy Key Paddle Battle offers 6 events: Surfski - Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race, SUP 14' - Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race, SUP 12' 6 and Under - Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race, OC-1 : Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race, OC-2 : Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race, Sunday - SUP Sprints.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfski - Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race | 7.0 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| SUP 14' - Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race | 7.0 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| SUP 12' 6 and Under - Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race | 7.0 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| OC-1 : Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race | 7.0 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| OC-2 : Round Da Duck 7-Mile Race | 7.0 mi | $65.00 | Register |
| Sunday - SUP Sprints | 200.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
How much does Grassy Key Paddle Battle cost?
Registration for Grassy Key Paddle Battle starts at $20.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Grassy Key Paddle Battle held?
Grassy Key Paddle Battle is held in Marathon, FL at 58182 Overseas Hwy.
About Grassy Key Paddle Battle
September 26–27, 2026
Grassy Flats Beach Club & Resort | Marathon, Florida Keys
The Grassy Key Paddle Battle is set to become the premier paddle race destination in the Middle Keys—a high-energy, multi-discipline event combining distance racing, sprint competition, and a full weekend experience.
Distance Race: Grassy Flats Beach Club & Resort
Sprint Race: Keys Cable
Packet Pickup: Palm Deck September 25, 2026
Saturday | September 26
“Round da Duck” – 7 Mile Course Entry: $65
Divisions
- SUP 14’
- SUP 12’6 & Under
- OC1
- OC2
- Surfski
Schedule
8:00 AM – Captain’s Meeting
9:00 AM – Race Start
1:00 PM – All Racers Off Water
4:00 PM – Awards @ Palm Deck
Sunday | September 27
SUP Sprint Battle
Entry: $20
Start: 9am
Race Format: Knockout Heats
Sprint Course (Keys Cable)
Each paddler races in their own lane:
- Water start in lane
- Paddle 100 meters out
- Left shoulder buoy turn
- Paddle 100 meters back to finish
- Total: 200-meter sprint
CASH POT | SPRINT RACE
We’re building a live cash pot:
Event seeds pot with $50
Racers can opt in with $10 buy-in
Separate pots
- Men’s Division
- Women’s Division
Buy-in required before race start
Only participants eligible for payout
Paid out after finals
Total pot announced before racing begins
Waived resort fees
· $189 Wreckers Double Queen
· $199 Wreckers King Room
· $229 Humidor Suite
· $269 Galleon Suite
· $349 Conch House 2-Bedroom
· $399 Conch house 3-Bedroom