Ironman 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities
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IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities : Race overview
IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities is scheduled for September 20, 2026, in Richland, Washington, at the confluence of the Snake, Yakima, and Columbia Rivers. The event is set in Washington wine country, an area with more than 200 wineries within 50 miles and more than 300 days of sunshine.
The race course uses the Columbia River for a downriver swim, followed by a rolling bike through orchards and vineyards, and finishes with a flat half marathon run on parks and paved riverfront trails at Columbia Point Park. Reported temperatures for the event include an average water temperature of 70 °F / 21 °C, a typical high air temperature of 78 °F / 25 °C, and a typical low of 50 °F / 10 °C.
Distances:
- 1.2-mile swim in the Columbia River
- 56-mile bike through scenic wine country and orchards
- 13.1-mile run on parks and paved trails to Columbia Point Park
The event information notes a centralized venue and logistics designed around the Tri-Cities setting. The race is presented as a late-season triathlon option in an area known for outdoor recreation, waterways, and vineyard landscapes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
