The Kirk-Wood Half Marathon Saturday, August 22nd Get ready to experience one of the fastest half marathons in the Pacific Northwest, right in the heart of King County. The Kirk-Wood Half Marathon is a beautiful point-to-point journey that starts at Northwest University in Kirkland, WA and carries you all the way to the finish line at Wilmot Gateway Park in Woodinville, WA. From start to finish, you’ll cruise along some of the region’s most iconic pedestrian trails, including the Kirkland Cross Corridor Trail, Eastrail, and the Sammamish River Trail. This course was built for rhythm and flow. With a net downhill of over 300 feet, runners can expect a smooth, fast profile that’s perfect for chasing a personal best, or simply soaking in the miles at a comfortable, confidence-boosting pace. Whether you're aiming to set a PR or looking for an approachable, well-supported half marathon with incredible vibes, the Kirk-Wood Half delivers. Fast. Scenic. Effortless. From Kirkland to Woodinville
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 22.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Kirkland, 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.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
