Maine Lighthouse Ride Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 Directions, Lodging Options and other Question/Answer Information

Directions to the start of the ride at Southern Maine Community College:

Take Maine Turnpike (I-95) to I-295 through Portland. Take Exit 6A (Forest Ave., South/Rt. 77). Follow Rt. 77 across Casco Bay Bridge to South Portland. At the end of bridge, continue straight onto Broadway (east) 1.5 miles. Parking on right.

Click here to view a Google Map of Southern Maine Community College

Other helpful information for the ride:

Q. What's Included with the Ride Registration?
Q. Anything else available?
Q. Where can I stay?
Q. What is the route? Are they all loops?

Q. What's Included with the Ride Registration?

• Spectacular Maine coastline – see up to 9 lighthouses!
• Fully supported rides with rest stops
• Hot showers (bring your own towel)
• Food and conversation after the ride

Q. Anything else available?

• Chance to tour a lighthouse!
• Colorful lighthouse ride t-shirt - free to all who register by Sept. 1

Q. Where can I stay?

A. ETA recommends the following accommodations managed by our ride host Southern Maine Community College:

McKernan Center
If a luxurious Oceanside Bed and Breakfast is your style, may we suggest the beautiful Peter A. McKernan Hospitality Center, a 10 minute walk from the MLR registration desk on the campus of Southern Maine Community College.

Geared to couples (5 rooms of the 8 rooms have Queen Beds), thesebeautiful rooms have delightful ocean and lighthouse views. This romantic bed and breakfast is available for $130 a night per room and includes a continental breakfast. (Please verify prices when registering.)

To make a reservation call Sharon Bernier at (207) 741-5662

For other lodging in the area try www.visitmaine.com or Google. ........Return to top of page

Q. What is the route? Are they all loops?

A. All rides begin and end at the beautiful oceanfront campus of Southern Maine Community College in South Portland. Maps and cue sheets for all rides will be available. An optional all-paved route for the 100-mile century ride will be provided (the regular century ride has a very short firm but unpaved section over the beautiful Scarborough marsh). Both routes are provided so you can take your pick! ........Return to top of page

If you have any questions about this page, or about any aspect of the Eastern Trail and the Eastern Trail Alliance (ETA), please e-mail the ETA office, or call us at (207.284.9260).