The Great Ferry Race
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Great Ferry Race
The Great Ferry Race is a half marathon that begins with participants walking onto a Seattle ferry, crossing to Bainbridge Island, assembling on the ferry car deck, and walking off to start the course. The route circles Bainbridge Island and uses local parks and trails including Grand Forest and Battle Point Park.
The course is primarily on road with a substantial section of groomed trail and includes about 1400 feet of elevation gain. The trails used are not technical. Five aid stations are spaced through the course and supply water, GU gels, and Tailwind electrolytes.
Orca Running operates the event as cupless to reduce waste. Runners are encouraged to use a handheld bottle, a hydration pack, or a small reusable cup for the race. Free gear check is included with entry; gear may be dropped on the ferry car deck into a marked white van or at the registration table for those not riding the ferry. Gear check bags are not provided.
Awards are given to the top three overall male, female, and nonbinary finishers by gun time and to age groups in five year increments. Awards must be picked up at the race. The event supports Kid’s In Concert and Bainbridge Youth Services and takes place on land historically inhabited by Coast Salish, Duwamish, and Suquamish peoples. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
