Jen McKenna Paddle and Run 5.0

Jen McKenna Paddle and Run 5.0

Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025

Location: Higgens Point, Coeur D Alene, ID 83814 US

Description: The Jen McKenna Paddle and Run will return to its location at Higgens Point. We are offering two race distances this year: the normal short course and the brand new long course.

Short Course: Athletes will begin just east of the Higgens Point boat launch and paddle around Higgens Point into Blue Creek Bay to the turn around and double back to the paddle exit. Paddle distance is approximately 1.6 miles. Then, runners head along the Centennial Trail to the turn around and double back before a short trail run and finish at the Higgens Point Park at the end of the Centennial Trail. Run distance is approximately 4 miles. This is an individual or 2-person team (1 paddler, 1 runner) event.

Long Course: Individual or 3-person team (1 paddler and 2 runners): It will be a paddle-run-paddle-run event. Athletes paddle into Blue Creek Bay to the day use park on the east side, disembark and head out on the Blue Creek Trail system, doubling back to the day use park, paddle back to Higgens Point, and disembark to run the Centennial Trail to the turn around, and double back to the day use park at Higgens Point. Total distance will be approximately 10 miles. If you choose the team option, there are 2 runners and 1 paddler - one runner runs the first run course, the second runner runs the second run course, and the third person paddles between the two run courses.

Awards: Awards will be given for the top 3 men and women for short and long course and top team (short and long course).

Post-Race: Participants will also enjoy a post-race event of food and beverages.

Proceeds: Proceeds from the event benefit Companions Animal Shelter.