The Kibler Valley River Run is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2026. More information forthcoming regarding date time and cost. The Kibler Valley River Run is a 2-mile downriver race held annually on the head waters of the Dan River in Ararat, VA. Classes I and II for both canoe and kayak. Kibler Valley has an activity to match everyone’s interests whether guiding a kayak through the roaring whitewater or simply taking in the scenery of the Blue Ridge. Several hundred people gather along the headwaters of the Dan River for this event sponsored by the Red Bank Ruritan Club in Patrick County.
Kibler Valley River Run Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. Directions: From Mt. Airy, NC, follow Rt 103 to Claudville, turn on Rt. 773 Ararat Highway. Turn on Kibler Valley Road. Go approximately 4.2 miles on right. From Stuart, VA follow Rt. 8, turn on Rt. 103, at Claudville turn on Rt. 773 Ararat Highway, turn on Kibler Valley Road. Go approximately 4.2 miles on right. Camping $20 per night (rustic). No pets in food prep area. Service Animals Allowed. Sponsored by the Red Bank Ruritan Club, Claudville, VA. Email: rogerngammons@gmail.com. For more information contact: 276-694-7190.
No pets in food prep area. Service animals allowed. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. on Kibler Valley Rd. in Claudville, VA. Race starts at 12:00 Noon. Thirty Plus categories of competition. Concessions available. More Info: 276-694-7190.
