Pleasant Mountain Race
Bridgton, United States • 27 Sep 2026
Pleasant Mountain Race
The Pleasant Mountain Race is a 21k trail event held on September 27, 2026, at Pleasant Mountain East Lodge, 305 Mountain Road, Bridgton, Maine. The race follows technical single-track and ridge trails and begins and ends at the East Lodge.
The course climbs quickly, with roughly 1,700 feet of gain in about 2 miles up Bald Peak, then descends via Firewarden’s Trail to the base. Runners then move toward the Southwest Ridge Trailhead where the route ascends another approximate 1,900 feet over 2.5 miles. After the summit the course follows the northern ridge and descends Sue’s Way, reconnecting to Bald Peak before dropping to Mountain Road and the finish. A course map and elevation profile are available in the race photos and a GPX file is provided.
There is one aid station at the Southwest Ridge Trailhead offering sweet and salty snacks, water, and Tailwind. Mandatory gear includes at least 500 mL of water, at least 400 calories, a windbreaker or rain shell, a space blanket or emergency foil blanket, and a headlamp. Organizers encourage carrying 1 L of water, a hat or headband, gloves, and a fleece or puffy.
Entry benefits listed for participants include a tech t shirt (guaranteed for sign ups by September 1), a food truck ticket with a gluten free option, a beer ticket for those 21 and over, nonalcoholic beverages, and a 2026 finisher medal. Entry prices tier by date. Proceeds benefit the Loon Echo Land Trust. Volunteer roles are available to assist on course and at the start finish and aid station. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.