
From the Organizer
New in 2026 in Lincoln, Maine is the River Driver 50 Miler starting at 4:30 am at the Lincoln Loon, heading south on Rt 2 to Greenbush and back. This is a flat and fast, out and back course for any ability. This race will be part of the Lincoln Marathon 5K/10K/Half/Full which will start at 7:30 am the same day. Burgers, Hot Dogs, Ice cream, whoopie pies, fluff a nutter and more will be waiting for you at the finish line at Prince Thomas Park. And there is even a lake to take a cool dip.
Events
Weather
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
68°
Typical Low
46°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Lincoln Sanitary District/Wtp, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
435 ft
Nearest Airport
BGR
Bangor International Airport · 41 mi
Major Hub
PWM
Portland International Jetport · 147 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at River Driver 50 Miler, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
Coming Up
Walter Hunt 4th of July 3K Road Race
42 miles away
Lincoln Marathon - Full/Half/10K/5K
Less than a mile away
Wellspring's 11th Annual 5K Race for Recovery
40 miles away
EMDSS EXTRAvaganza 2026
41 miles away
From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Anything beyond the marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Aid stations, cutoffs, and finishing as the goal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
River Driver 50 Miler
Sep 20, 2026