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Rowing Course

Rowing teams race on Lake Natoma in Gold River, California. This venue features a range of water racing events, including precise rowing, colorful dragon boat contests, whitewater slalom, and powerboat hydroplane competitions. Spectators can witness the synchronization and strategy required for these aquatic sports. Lake Natoma serves as a dedicated rowing course for these events.

Watch: Lake Natoma

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Know Before You Go

Regatta season: Rowing courses host scholastic, collegiate, and master regattas spring through fall. Most venues are otherwise quiet training waters used by local clubs.
Race format: Sprint regattas run 2,000m for international/collegiate, 1,500m for high school. Heats and finals occupy a full day with crews launching every 4-6 minutes.
Spectator basics: Bring sunscreen and binoculars — most courses are wide and crews are far from the grandstand. The finish line is the only place to feel the speed up close.