Ironman 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities
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IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities
IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities is a triathlon event held in Richland, Washington, in the Tri-Cities region. The venue sits near the confluence of the Snake, Yakima, and Columbia Rivers and is located in Washington wine country, with more than 200 wineries within 50 miles. The event is scheduled for September 20, 2026 and is described as an inaugural IRONMAN 70.3 in the Tri-Cities.
The race course comprises three standard segments:
- 1.2 mile downriver swim in the Columbia River
- 56 mile rolling bike through orchards and vineyards
- 13.1 mile flat run on parks and paved riverfront trails
The run finishes at Columbia Point Park. Average conditions listed for the event include a high air temperature near 78 °F / 25 °C, a low near 50 °F / 10 °C, and an average water temperature near 70 °F / 21 °C. The course is described as having rolling terrain on the bike and flat terrain on the run.
Event information notes easy race logistics and a centralized venue. The race received athlete recognition in regional awards, ranking among the top recommended events in North America and receiving a high swim rating in North America. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
