The Great Ferry Race 2026 — Bainbridge Island, WA

Date
June 7, 2026
Location
Bainbridge Island, WA
Venue
208 Madison Ave N
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$79.00 – $104.00
Events
The Great Ferry Race
Includes
Participant Shirt
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The Great Ferry Race is a half marathon held on Bainbridge Island, Washington on June 7, 2026. The race starts at 8:00 AM from 208 Madison Ave N. Entry fees range from $79 to $104. Bainbridge Island offers a quieter Pacific Northwest setting for endurance runners seeking a smaller-scale event. Athletes traveling for this race should plan accommodation near the island's ferry terminal, as access from Seattle and the broader Puget Sound region depends on water transit. Local lodging fills quickly during summer race season, so booking early is advisable for runners wanting convenient access to the start line and post-race amenities.

From the Race Organizer
The Great Ferry Race is unlike any other race you’ve 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 don’t need to take the ferry are welcome to attend–please 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 Options.

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Bainbridge Island, WA. A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing. Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it, and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run 5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no additional coverage needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Great Ferry Race 2026 — Bainbridge Island, WA?

The Great Ferry Race 2026 — Bainbridge Island, WA takes place on June 7, 2026. The race is held in Bainbridge Island, Washington.

Where is The Great Ferry Race 2026 — Bainbridge Island, WA held?

The Great Ferry Race 2026 — Bainbridge Island, WA is held at 208 Madison Ave N in Bainbridge Island, Washington.

Where can I find hotels near The Great Ferry Race 2026 — Bainbridge Island, WA?

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