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Saturday, August 8th, 2026
** Race Day Packet Pickup and Race Start, Coupeville Elementary School, Coupeville WA
5K · 10K · Half
56–69°F · low rain risk
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2025
54–66°F
dry
2024
54–71°F
dry
2023
57–70°F
dry
2022
60–74°F
dry
2021
56–68°F
rain
2020
55–65°F
dry
2019
56–66°F
dry
2018
56–76°F
dry
2017
55–70°F
dry
2016
55–65°F
dry
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Race-day forecast · Saturday, Aug 8
Foggy · 54–68°F
Saturday, Aug 8starts near 54°F · 1% chance of rain · wind up to 19 mph
About this race
Race Overview
- Location: Coupeville, WA on beautiful Whidbey Island.
- Unique Experience: Traverse both Ebey's Prairie and Crockett Prairie within Ebey's Landing National Historic Preserve.
- Spectacular Views: Enjoy panoramic ocean and prairie farmland views.
- Historical Significance: First of only three historical reserves in the country established in 1978.
Course Highlights
- Scenic Route: Begins on the south side of the seaport community of Coupeville.
- Natural Vistas: Views of Mount Baker, the North Cascades, Olympic Mountains, Mount Rainier, and the San Juan Islands.
- Waterway Sightings: Catch glimpses of ferries between Coupeville and Port Townsend.
- Diverse Terrain: A mix of dramatic seaside bluffs, dense forest, dirt and paved trails, and fertile prairies.
Support and Registration
- Event Purpose: Supports graduation week activities for the 2027 Seniors from Coupeville HS.
- Registration Deadline: Register by July 12th, 2026 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
- Sanctioning: This event is USATF Sanctioned.
- More Information: Visit the official race page at Race the Reserve.
Event Details
- Date: August 8, 2026.
- Packet Pickup & Race Start: Coupeville Elementary School, Coupeville, WA.
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