16 Annual Bridge of the Gods Kite Festival

Once again Kiteboarders will compete in the nation’s longest running amateur kiteboarding contest on the beautiful shores of the Columbia River Gorge.
BOTG Kite Festival is traditionally a launching pad for amateur kiteboarders attempting to become professionals.
The Amateur bracket-style contest features four categories of riders, a Mens Open, Women’s Open, Masters and Juniors.

There is also a Pro division where athletes will compete against each other for cash prizes and bragging rights.
Contestants will attempt to impress the judges with their freestyle maneuvers that will be judged on difficulty, style, height, variety, sportsmanship and overall impression.
The natural landscape of the riverbanks make the Port of Skamania’s East Point Kite Beach a spectacular area for viewing the event.