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! This ride benefits the Eastern Trail Alliance , a nonprofit organization that builds, maintains, and promotes the Eastern Trail, southern Maine’s premiere multi-use greenway. ETA members use discount code Member2026 to save 10% off registration! Your registration fee includes the ride, well-stocked rest stops with yummy snacks, pickles, PB&Js, and more, and post-ride festivities including a meal and two beers.
25 Miles: MLR Neck Gaiter
40 Miles: MLR Neck Gaiter
62 Miles: MLR Neck Gaiter
100 Miles: MLR Neck Gaiter
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Miles | $140.00 | Feb 2 | Sep 4 |
| $160.00 | Sep 5 | Sep 19 | |
| 40 Miles | $140.00 | Feb 2 | Sep 4 |
| $160.00 | Sep 5 | Sep 19 | |
| 62 Miles | $140.00 | Feb 2 | Sep 4 |
| $160.00 | Sep 5 | Sep 19 | |
Interested in this race?
| 100 Miles |
| $140.00 |
| Feb 2 |
| Sep 4 |
| $160.00 | Sep 5 | Sep 19 |
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 pm or Saturday, September 19th from 6:00 am - 8:00 am. RIDERS ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO PICK UP ON FRIDAY . At Check In riders will receive their bib number, meal ticket and beer bracelet and any purchases made during registration. A Maine Lighthouse Ride mer
Century: 7:00 am 62 Miles: 7:30 am 40 Miles: 8:30 am 25 Miles: 9:00 am