
The 5280(m) Regatta
- Oct 12, 2025
- head
- Cherry Creek Reservoir
- Denver, CO (USA)
- Hosted By: Rocky Mountain Rowing Club
- USRowing Sanctioned Regatta
5280 - FAQ
Where and when is The 5280 Regatta - 2025 - Coaches Coxswains and Bows Meeting? Tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, evening, October 8th. You are welcome to review last year's meeting. See recorded link below
COACHES, COXSWAINS, AND BOW SCULLERS MEETING Recording and Slide Deck 2024. 2025 Slide Deck to be uploaded in advance of the Coaches, Coxswains, and Bows Meeting.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rXJngRt-hbBhv5uDlIM6vvqlu7eG_6rx/view?usp=share_link
Can I Park on Cherry State Park Roads? No. You will be ticketed. You must park in a designated parking spot inside the park.
Where can I download the Regatta Packet?
Can I practice the course before the race? Contact Jim Harvey Safety Director for RMRC Standard Practice Loops
What does the Course look like? See "Venue" tab for course map. A video of the course is here: https://youtu.be/qhz_Y6MR-yQ
Safety Video - How to Remount back into Scull - by Safety Director, Jim Harvey https://youtu.be/qQTAX5fC8ng
Is Rocky Mountain Rowing Club renting boats to out-of-town rowers? No, sorry. Out-of-town rowers looking to borrow or rent a boat will need to contact other clubs participating in the Regatta.
Where is the best place to watch the race? There several places to watch the race from: 1. HQ Beach - Start Line. 2. Along the Dam 3. Swim Beach - NE of Dam, 4. RMRC Boathouse Area. 4. Beach - Finish Line next to Boathouse Parking Lot... Bring Binoculars and Cameras...
Is there coffee? Food Truck? No, but there are several coffee and food options within a mile of the West Gate to the park.
What is the cost of Parking? @ West Entrance- Cherry Creek State Park -Automobile Parking Cost = $11 per vehicle. Free for Colorado registered vehicles with a Colorado Parks & Wildlife annual fee. Show your vehicle registration with the CPW logo on it at the gate.
What are the Participant Requirements? See Rules & Eligibility Page
How long is the head race? 5280 meters, final length dependent on conditions
Can I row more than one event? Yes, you can race multiple times and Hot Seat as long as you can make the race start time.
How do I get my bow and bib number? We will be setting up a location for pickups. We'll update the site once we have these details nailed down.
Race Packet Race packet pickup starts at 5:30 am at Main Tent. Packets will be organized by club.
Get Your Annual 5280 Gear!
Celebrate the annual 5280 Regatta in style with our exclusive 1/4 zip and long sleeve t-shirts. Featuring a unique design commemorating this year's event, these shirts are a must-have for all attendees.
Pre-order your shirt to guarantee your size and receive this limited-edition collectible. Choose from women's or unisex 1/4 zip sport shirts, or unisex sizes for the long sleeve cotton. Order date and order link expected by Labor Day.