Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 1 Welch Street, Peaks Island, ME
- Distance
- Swimmer · Kayaker
From the Organizer
The Peaks to Portland Swim to Benefit Kids is one of the oldest open water swims in the world; since before World War II thousands have braved Maine’s waters to swim the 2.4 miles from Peaks Island to Portland’s East End Beach.
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
80°
Typical Low
62°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Portland Intl Jetport, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Peaks Island, ME
Population
68,505
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 6 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 Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
40
Days to train
- Race
- Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Location
- 1 Welch Street, Peaks Island, ME
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Swimming events drop you into something that demands navigation, feel, and focus all at once. It's a sport that rewards the quietly competitive — the ones who do the work in the water before anyone's watching.
Open Water Swimming
Open water races from 1 mile to marathon distance. Just you, the water, and whatever you've got left.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids?
- Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids is a swimming race held in Peaks Island, Maine on July 18, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Peaks Island, Maine at 1 Welch Street, Peaks Island, ME. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Peaks to Portland, A Swim to Benefit Kids
Jul 18, 2026