The Great Ferry Race
- Date Sun 7th June 2026
- Time 8:00AM PDT
- Location Bainbridge Island, Washington
- Price $85.89
- Races 1 race
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at The Great Ferry Race, taking place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in the picturesque Bainbridge Island, Kitsap. This unique half marathon kicks off with a scenic 35-minute ferry ride from downtown Seattle, where participants will enjoy breathtaking views before disembarking onto Bainbridge Island. The racecourse features a delightful mix of approximately two-thirds road and one-third groomed trail, offering runners a chance to explore the stunning landscapes of the island.
Please note that this is a hilly course, perfect for those looking for a challenge. While the trails are easy to navigate and don't require advanced trail running experience, it's ideal for runners who are comfortable with a variety of terrains. After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their achievements at the lively post-race festival before choosing their ferry ride back to Seattle. Bainbridge Island residents can take advantage of a special discount by selecting the resident option upon registration. Don’t miss out on this unique racing adventure that combines the thrill of running with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest!
Please note that this is a hilly course, perfect for those looking for a challenge. While the trails are easy to navigate and don't require advanced trail running experience, it's ideal for runners who are comfortable with a variety of terrains. After crossing the finish line, participants can celebrate their achievements at the lively post-race festival before choosing their ferry ride back to Seattle. Bainbridge Island residents can take advantage of a special discount by selecting the resident option upon registration. Don’t miss out on this unique racing adventure that combines the thrill of running with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest!
Organiser's Description
The Great Ferry Race is unlike any other race youve ever done. Participants will board the ferry in downtown Seattle by walking on, enjoy the scenic 35 minute crossing to Bainbridge Island, and then assemble on the car deck and walk off. This half marathon race will start on the ferry dock and take runners all around scenic Bainbridge Island. The course is approximately 2/3rds road and 1/3rd groomed trail. After the run, enjoy the post-race festival before picking a return ferry of your choosing back to Seattle.
PLEASE NOTE that this is a hilly course, compared to most Orca Running events, and that approximately 1/3 of the course is on Bainbridge Island trails. The trails are not technical and do not require trail running experience, but runners that experience difficulty while running on trails should probably not run this race.
Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County residents who dont need to take the ferry are welcome to attendplease select the Bainbridge resident option when registering.
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND RESIDENTS - save $8 on your race registration (by choosing this option at checkout, you are agreeing that you live on Bainbridge Island and your registration will not include riding the ferry to the start line).
Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race? Check out the Orca Running Bundle [http://www.orcarunning.com/bundle/] Options.
PLEASE NOTE that this is a hilly course, compared to most Orca Running events, and that approximately 1/3 of the course is on Bainbridge Island trails. The trails are not technical and do not require trail running experience, but runners that experience difficulty while running on trails should probably not run this race.
Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County residents who dont need to take the ferry are welcome to attendplease select the Bainbridge resident option when registering.
BAINBRIDGE ISLAND RESIDENTS - save $8 on your race registration (by choosing this option at checkout, you are agreeing that you live on Bainbridge Island and your registration will not include riding the ferry to the start line).
Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race? Check out the Orca Running Bundle [http://www.orcarunning.com/bundle/] Options.
Races
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The Great Ferry Race
Incl. $6.89 Fee & Participant Shirt
Sun 7th June 2026 (8:00AM PDT)
$85.89
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208 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, 98110, WA, United States
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