2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon
Foothills B&O Half Marathon: fast, scenic, and small-town charm.
Race Date
Jul 19, 2026
Location
Orting, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Sunday, July 19, 2026
- Location
- Orting, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
Highlights
Good For
Course
The Experience
The Foothills B&O Half Marathon, established in 2013, stakes a claim as one of Washington's fastest half marathons. The course unfurls along the scenic Foothills Trail, offering runners stunning, unobstructed views of Mount Rainier. With a recent field of about 142 finishers, it's an intimate affair—a small-town race with big mountain vistas.
The course is celebrated for its speed: flat, smooth, and forgiving, making it a magnet for PR-seekers. About 16% of runners return year after year, drawn by the fast profile and the quiet beauty of the Orting Valley. The race starts and finishes in the heart of Orting, a friendly farming community near Tacoma.
After crossing the finish line, runners enjoy a low-key celebration that complements the day's effort. The combination of a certified fast course and jaw-dropping mountain scenery makes this half a hidden gem for runners seeking a personal best without sacrificing a sense of place.
Race-provided description
One of the fastest Half Marathons in Washington. Join us for this great race with Stunning Views of Mount Rainier on the Foothills Trail near Seattle and Tacoma!
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Scenery
Mountain
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Solid Pick5611 years running
~202 finishers a year
shrinking
16% returning runners
8 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:19:25
typical high 77°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
55°
Afternoon (High)
77°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
7 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the 2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon?
The 2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon is held on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Where does the 2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon take place?
It takes place in Orting, Washington.
What distances does the 2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the 2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon course flat and good for a PR?
The 2026 Foothills B&O Half Marathon is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
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