One Step Closer

AUG

15-16

2026

One Step Closer is a timed loop event at Seattle's Lincoln Park, where runners complete as many 2-mile loops as they can in 3, 6, 12, or 18 hours. A team challenge and fun kids' races add to the summer endurance festival. All participants finish together for a shared celebration.

15-16 Aug 2026

Seattle, Washington

Website Registration

3 Hour 6 Hour 12 Hour 18 Hour Kids Loopy 1 Hour

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Event Overview

One Step Closer is a summer endurance event organized by Orca Running and Evergreen Trail Runs. It takes place at Lincoln Park in Seattle.

Course Format

The event features a format where participants run a 2-mile loop course as many times as they can within a chosen time limit. The main adult events are based on duration:

3 Hour
6 Hour
12 Hour
18 Hour

All participants in these timed events finish together with a finish line party.

Kids Events

There are also separate events for children:

Kids Loopy 30 Minute
Kids Loopy 1 Hour

Children run loops around a baseball field, can take breaks, and pass through a snack station. All children finish together in a special celebration and receive a medal.

Team Challenge

A new feature for 2026 is a "Battle of the run clubs" team challenge. During registration, participants can form teams of 2-5 members. The top three teams with the most completed loops will receive a special finishers plaque.

Practical Information

The event takes place on Saturday, August 15, 2026. A small additional tariff fee applies. Registration for the adult events includes price increases after March 31, 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

18 hr

18 Hour

12 hr

12 Hour

6 hr

6 Hour

3 hr

3 Hour

Kids Loopy 1 Hour

Kids Loopy 30 Minute