San Juan Island Half
Race Date
May 9, 2026
Location
Friday Harbor, WA
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Location
- Friday Harbor, Washington
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 0.4 Miles
- Course
- Loop Course
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 4,397
The Experience
Run where the sea meets the sky–at San Juan Island. Orca Running is proud to present this half marathon, featuring quite possibly our most scenic course. The course is stunning, and the island is a wonderful place to spend a weekend. Bring your family, run the race, and then stay to explore the island and make memories together. Race Website Interested in signing up for more than one Orca Running race? Check out the Orca Running Bundle and Save options.
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Start Time
8:45 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
4665 Pear Point Rd, Friday Harbor, WA, 98250
Course Info
Course Type
Loop Course
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Net Drop/km
0 m (Flat)
Separation
0.0%
Also Offers
Quality Score
Standout7522 years running
~384 finishers a year
growing or steady
14% returning runners
6 timing sources
runners from 19 states
winner 1:26:10
typical high 58°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
46°
Afternoon (High)
58°
Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable
0.0"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
76%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 4,397 finishers actually crossed the line across 22 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
4,397
Median time
2:19:15
Latest turnout
384
States
39
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the San Juan Island Half?
The San Juan Island Half is held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, starting at 8:45 AM.
Where does the San Juan Island Half take place?
It takes place in Friday Harbor, Washington.
What distances does the San Juan Island Half offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 0.4 Miles.
Is the San Juan Island Half course flat and good for a PR?
The San Juan Island Half is a ultra-flat, loop course course.
How many people run the San Juan Island Half?
HalfRuns has finish records for 4,397 runners who have completed the San Juan Island Half.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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