208 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island WA
Sunday, June 7th, 2026
The Great Ferry Race
Date: 2026-06-07
Location: 208 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA
Race URL: The Great Ferry Race
Race Overview
- Unique Experience: The Great Ferry Race is unlike any other race you’ve ever done.
- Scenic Crossing: Participants will board the ferry in downtown Seattle and enjoy a 35-minute crossing to Bainbridge Island.
- Starting Point: The half marathon race starts on the ferry dock and takes runners all around scenic Bainbridge Island.
- Course Composition: The course is approximately 2/3rds road and 1/3rd groomed trail.
Course Details
- Hilly Terrain: Please note that this is a hilly course, compared to most Orca Running events.
- Trail Running: Approximately 1/3 of the course is on Bainbridge Island trails, which are not technical.
- Participant Caution: Runners that experience difficulty on trails should probably not run this race.
Registration Information
- Resident Participation: Bainbridge Island and Kitsap County residents who don’t need to take the ferry are welcome to attend.
- Discount for Residents: Bainbridge Island residents can save $8 on race registration.
- Registration Agreement: Choosing the Bainbridge resident option means you agree to live on Bainbridge Island and will not ride the ferry to the start line.
Additional Opportunities
- Multiple Races: Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race?
- Bundle Options: Check out the Orca Running Bundle Options.
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