PUBLISHED 08/21/2007
Tour Guide: Mark Grandonico, President of the Maine Track Club
Run 1 Back Cove Trail (3.5 miles): From the parking area off the Preble Street Extension, follow the crushed-stone and paved trail clockwise as it loops around Portland's Back Cove, a large tidal pool that's home to many kinds of birds and other wildlife.
Run 2 Eastern Promenade Trail (4.2 miles): From the trailhead at the intersection of India and Commercial Streets, follow the paved trail north along the Casco Bay. When the trail intersects with the Back Cove Trail under Tukey's Bridge, turn around and return to the start.
Run 3 Mackworth Island Trail (6.5 miles): From the parking lot at Payson Park, follow Route 1 to Veranda Street. Cross the Martin's Point Bridge and turn right on Andrews Avenue. Follow the dirt trail around Mackworth Island and retrace your steps to the start.
Visitor Kit
People: Maine Track Club
Places:
Maine Coast Half-Marathon, September 23;
Maine Marathon, October 7;
Mount Desert Island Marathon, October 14
Specialty Running Stores:
Maine Running Company, 563 Forest Avenue;
Peak Performance Sports, 59 Middle Street
