Columbia River Half Iron
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Columbia River Half Iron
The Columbia River Half Iron is a full half Iron distance triathlon held at Vantage Grand Resort in Vantage, Washington. The event comprises three segments:
- 1.2 mile swim in the Columbia River, clockwise around five buoys.
- 56 mile hilly road bike course out and back toward Ellensburg.
- 13.1 mile half marathon run to the dam and back.
A mandatory safety briefing is scheduled on June 11, 2026 via Zoom. An optional pasta feed is scheduled for June 13, 2026. The swim begins from knee deep water at a boat ramp. Wetsuits are allowed and encouraged at water temperatures between 60 and 85 F. Certified lifeguards will be on kayaks, and participants should raise a hand if they need assistance. Drafting on the bike course is not permitted. Participants must wear bibs during the bike and run segments and must have stickers on their helmet and bike; an ankle bracelet is also required.
Course wayfinding includes arrows on the road, elevated directional signs, and chalk and flour markings. Officials, flaggers, police, and lifeguards must be obeyed while on course. Entry options include individual full entries and two or three person relay teams. Registration items listed include a swim cap, event wind breaker, pasta feed, and post race gathering with awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
