The Land of Light 100k
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About the race
The Land of Light event on October 11, 2026 in Norway, Maine is a mixed trail running and cycling event that benefits local nonprofit organizations. All profits are donated to TruStrength Tomorrow and 10% of proceeds are given to Western Foothill Land Trust.
The main category is a 100k Trail Run & Bike Combo offered as a solo entry and as a two-person relay. The fully human powered solo category requires participants to cycle between parcels rather than use a car. The course combines 25k running and 75k cycling; e-bikes are not allowed in the fully human powered category. Participants may use GPS for navigation; organizers may request GPS data from racers in contention for podium positions.
The route visits six trail systems and begins at Virgil Parris Preserve with a 3k warmup loop. The course description includes a steep bike climb over Streaked Mountain, a 5k loop at Roberts Farm Preserve, a steep 4k lollipop on Noyes Mountain, an 8k rolling lollipop at Shepard’s Farm through Witt Swamp, a 4 to 5k loop on the Crooked River parcel, and a final ride to Hawk Mountain finishing at an overlook across Bear Pond toward Sebago.
There is no single prescribed travel course between parcels; cyclists may use any open public roads while obeying local traffic laws. Relay teams may swap rider and runner only at transition points or trailheads and may alternate roles more than once. Registration fees vary by entry type and date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
