Vancouver Lake Half Marathon
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Event overview
The Vancouver Lake Half Marathon & 4 Mile Run is scheduled for February 22, 2026 in Vancouver, Washington (6801 NW Lower River Road, 98666). The event includes two distances:
- Half Marathon
- 4 Mile run
Pre-registration fees listed are $40 for the half marathon and $25 for the 4 Mile. Registration closes February 19, 2026. The race field is limited to 475 entries because of limited parking.
Course and race logistics
The course is described as very flat and begins inside the park near the north shelter. The route follows Reiger Road and a bike path to a turnaround at Frenchman’s Bar, uses marked mile markers and orange cones, and returns to the north picnic shelter. Water is provided at miles 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11; no sports drinks will be offered. Port-a-pots are placed at the start, the finish, and the Frenchman’s Bar turnaround.
Packet pick-up is available on race day, with an optional packet pick-up offered at Vancouver Lake. There is a clothing check on Reiger Road and an additional clothing drop near the 3 mile mark. T-shirts are offered for purchase ($15, XXL $18). Finishers in the half marathon receive a medal; awards are given to the top six males and females in each division, including the walk division. Results are posted online shortly after finishing. Parking has a fee and is limited. Food will include home-baked cookies and other treats. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
