Erin Hill
Gadsden County News Service
High-powered drag boats are set to return to the Apalachicola River this weekend as the Chattahoochee Thunder Nationals races back into town.
The two-day event is scheduled for June 6-7 at River Landing Park in Chattahoochee and will feature drag boat racing, food vendors and riverfront viewing opportunities. Admission is free.
Racing is expected to begin around noon, with spectators gathering along the river to watch some of the sport’s fastest boats compete at high speeds on the water.
The event is part of the Southern Outlaw Dragboat Association racing series, bringing competitors and racing fans to Chattahoochee from across the region.
Visit Gadsden County promotional materials describe the Thunder Nationals as showcasing some of the most powerful drag boats on the water against the backdrop of the Apalachicola River and River Landing Park.
The races have become a recurring attraction for Chattahoochee, drawing visitors to the community and highlighting the city’s riverfront as a destination for outdoor recreation and special events.
River Landing Park is located in Chattahoochee along the Apalachicola River.
For more information about the event, visit Visit Gadsden County or event organizers’ social media pages.
