The Eastern Trail is both a trail and a vision
We are friends of the Eastern Trail, working together to develop Maine’s premier multi-use coastal trail from South Portland, Maine to Portsmouth, New Hampshire
What’s Happening
23rd Annual Maine Lighthouse Ride Held September 19th
Close to 800 riders enjoyed a spectacularly beautiful Maine fall day this past Saturday, joining the ETA’s largest FUN-draiser of the year! The course offered breathtaking views of coastal southern Maine, including iconic lighthouses, gentle rolling terrain, and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and Scarborough Marsh. Along the way, crews of volunteers cheered our riders and passed out delicious treats- everything from fluffernutter sandwiches to pickle juice at five rest stops.
The Eastern Trail’s Gap Section is OPEN
After many community members gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony on August 6, the new “Close the Gap” trail section officially opened for public use. Many walkers and cyclists enjoyed making first tracks and footprints on the new section.
This new section links the Greenbelt trail section in South Portland with Scarborough, particularly the beautiful Scarborough Marsh.
A video of a first ride on the trail can be viewed here.