2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K

Event Overview

The 2026 Acadia Half Marathon and 10K will take place on June 7, 2026, at 21 Park Street, Bar Harbor, ME. For more information, visit the official race page: Race Details.

Course Highlights

• Breathtaking views: The course features breathtaking views of Acadia National Park and Maine’s rocky coastline.
• Scenic route: It is a spectacular 13.1 mile course traveling on the scenic Acadia National Park Loop road.
• Island details: Mount Desert Island is the third largest island on the eastern seaboard.
• Park area: The island boasts an impressive 41,000 acres of land devoted to the Northeast’s only National Park, Acadia.

Packet Pickup Information

* There is NO RACE DAY packet pickup. *

Sustainability Efforts

• Environmental commitment: The Mount Desert Island YMCA is committed to environmentally conscious and sustainable racing.
• Waste reduction: A large amount of our waste is paper cups, with over 6000 cups used per race.
• Future plans: We are making efforts to move toward “cupless” events in the coming years.
• Participant involvement: In 2026, we encourage participants to bring their own reusable cup, handheld water bottle, or hydration pack.

Thank You

Thank you for helping us protect and maintain the natural beauty of Acadia National Park!