Orca Half
Seattle, Washington, United States
Sep 19-20, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday
8mi, Half-marathon
Race Information
The Orca Half is a half-marathon along the shores of West Seattle, starting at Lincoln Park and finishing at Don Armeni Boat Launch. The half course is point to point, with two small out and back sections in the beginning and a longer one towards the end. The race also offers an 8-miler option, a point to point course with two small out and back sections in the beginning.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 1,000 - 5,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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