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Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026
- Date
- Last held Sep 19, 2026, next date to be announced
- Location
- South Portland, Maine
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Start location and course
2 Fort Road, South Portland, ME 04106
- Directions to the start
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Course profile: how hilly is Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026?
The 102-mile bike course climbs 2,729 feet, about 27 feet a mile: rolling.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 MLR 100-Mile RouteBike, loop | 102 mi | 2,729 ft | rolling |
| 2026 MLR 62-Mile RouteBike, loop | 62 mi | 1,653 ft | rolling |
| 2026 MLR 40-Mile RouteBike, loop, 11% unpaved, steepest 6% | 41 mi | 1,205 ft | rolling |
| 2026 MLR 25-Mile RouteBike, loop, steepest 8% | 27 mi | 1,035 ft | rolling |
From the course maps the organizers publish on Ride with GPS and MapMyRun; climbing is the total gain the map reports. Courses can change between editions, so check the date on the map.
Where Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026 ranks
- No. 35 of 50 on Flattest bike rides
- No. 48 of 50 on Hilliest bike rides
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026 cover on their registration page, in brief.
Schedule and packet pickup
Ride Venue and Registration Check In
All rides start and finish at Southern Maine Community College (SMCC), 2 Fort Rd, South Portland, ME 04106. Ample parking is available for riders and others. Rider Check In is at the ride venue on Friday, September 18th from 4:00 pm - 7:00…
Course
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Course
Ride Terrain
Detailed route descriptions along with maps and cue sheets are now available. All routes for the Maine Lighthouse Ride include a narrow off-road paved path and public roads open to traffic. The 40, 62, and 100-mile routes include a…
Rules and FAQ
FAQS
Where is the event venue and how do I get my bib? All routes start and finish at Southern Maine Community College (SMCC), 2 Fort Rd, South Portland, ME 04106. Parking is available. Check In is held at the ride venue on Friday, September 18…
The cause
About the Eastern Trail
The Maine Lighthouse Ride is the signature fundraising event benefiting the Eastern Trail Alliance, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that builds, maintains, and promotes the Eastern Trail. The Eastern Trail is a visionary plan for a…
Race details
- Where
- 2 Fort Road, South Portland, ME 04106Map
- Course
- Road
- Distances
- Century, Metric Century, Bike Ride
- Editions
- 2026 (Sep 19, 2026), 2025 (Sep 13, 2025), 2024 (Sep 7, 2024), 2023 (Sep 10, 2023), 2022 (Sep 10, 2022)
- Status
- The next edition has not been announced yet. Past events: 100 Mile Ride, 62 Mile Ride, 40 Mile Ride, 25 Mile Ride, 100 Mile Ride.
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Quick answers
- When is Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026?
- The next date has not been announced.
- How much does it cost?
- See the registration page for current pricing.
- What distances are offered?
- Century, Metric Century, Bike Ride.
- Where does it start?
- 2 Fort Road, South Portland, ME 04106.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Ride with GPS; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Join us for the 23rd Annual Maine Lighthouse Ride (MLR) on Saturday, September 19, 2026. True to its name, MLR highlights the breathtaking views of coastal southern Maine, including multiple lighthouses, rolling terrain, and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and the iconic Scarborough Marsh. MLR offers four ride lengths to challenge riders of all abilities – 25 miles, 40 miles, 62 miles, and 100 miles!