Avon Descent

The Avon Descent is Western Australia's own unique sporting event that attracts participants from throughout Australia and overseas. Competitors challenge the river in a variety of power and paddle craft. The Avon Descent is an exciting two-day time trial over 134 kilometres offering competitors conditions ranging from long stretches of flat, to rapids sure to test the skills of all who attempt to navigate their unknown contours.

The Avon Descent passes through some of Western Australia's most picturesque country, including the farming regions of historic Northam and Toodyay, forested national parks, steep gorges, the Swan Valley vineyard region and eventually the tidal waters of the upper Swan River. See below for other events surrounding Avon Descent.