Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026
Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026 is a road cycling race on September 19, 2026 in South Portland, ME, with an entry fee of $140.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Location
- 2 Fort Road, South Portland, ME
- Price
- $140
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
70°
Typical Low
51°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Portland Intl Jetport, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
About South Portland, ME
Population
26,780
as of 2023
City Elevation
12 ft
Nearest Airport
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 3 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
58
Days to train
- Race
- Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- 2 Fort Road, South Portland, ME
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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Make it a Racecation
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Maine Lighthouse Ride 2026
Sep 19, 2026