Orca Half Marathon
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Orca Half Marathon : Seattle, WA
The Orca Half is a USATF certified race along the West Seattle shoreline. The course starts near Lincoln Park and finishes at the Don Armeni Boat Launch. The half marathon is point to point with two small out-and-back sections early and a longer out-and-back later. The 8 Miler is also point to point with short out-and-back sections near the start.
Shuttles run from the finish area to the start before the race; there are no shuttles after the race. The start line is roughly a half mile hike, mostly downhill, from the shuttle drop off to the waterfront. Roads remain open to traffic, but runners use cleared parking lanes, sidewalks, and the Alki Trail.
Aid stations appear every 2 to 3 miles and are stocked with water, Tailwind electrolytes, and GU gels. The event is cupless to reduce waste; participants are advised to use a handheld bottle, hydration pack, or a small reusable cup. Free gear check is available at the starting line and bags will be transported to the finish.
Packet pickup options include mail, race morning pickup, or a pre-race pickup at REI Seattle on September 17. Awards for overall top three male, female, and non-binary finishers are based on gun time; age group awards are given in five-year increments and must be collected at the race. Charity partners include Whale Scout and Courthouse Dogs Foundation.
Distances: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Half Marathon
- 8 Miler
- Blowhole Challenge over both days
- Virtual Half Marathon or 8 Miler
