Bath is the cousin to Brunswick in what’s known as the Bath-Brunswick region of Maine. It’s a major shipbuilding center, with the Bath Ironworks being a critical part of the region’s economy today. There are a few great options for running in Bath:
Bath Waterfront. We’ve put together a 5-mile tour of the most important parts of Bath, featuring a run by the Ironworks and around some of the city’s main streets. Start in front of the Ironworks at Russel St. and Washington St., and head north. This will be good waterfront running for about 2 miles, on Washington St., Front St., and Bowery St. There’s a steady climb and some lovely homes on Bowery. You can keep going toward North Bath, but Clapp Point is a good turnaround point. The second half of the run is a straight shot back along Washington St., which features some impressive captains’ homes. Add-On: some of the streets of downtown Bath are good for running, featuring homes, shops, and restaurants. MAP
Bath Downtown. Create your own route on the main streets of downtown Bath. Historic buildings, homes, shops, and restaurants. You can easily do a few miles, and combine with waterfront run above. Good option in winter. Full Bath Loop & Whiskeag Trail. 7.4 miles. From downtown Bath, take the waterfront route above. Past Clapp Point, get onto Washington St. toward North Bath and then Upper High St, to the entrance of the Whiskeag Trail. Follow this wonderful gravel trail for 3.5 miles, through woodlands and along some coastal sections, back to downtown, connecting at North St. The trail is well-marked. Some uneven footing. MAP. Whiskeag Trail Map.
Bath is the cousin to Brunswick in what’s known as the Bath-Brunswick region of Maine. It’s a major shipbuilding center, with the Bath Ironworks being a critical part of the region’s economy today. There are a few great options for running in Bath:
Bath Waterfront. We’ve put together a 5-mile tour of the most important parts of Bath, featuring a run by the Ironworks and around some of the city’s main streets. Start in front of the Ironworks at Russel St. and Washington St., and head north. This will be good waterfront running for about 2 miles, on Washington St., Front St., and Bowery St. There’s a steady climb and some lovely homes on Bowery. You can keep going toward North Bath, but Clapp Point is a good turnaround point. The second half of the run is a straight shot back along Washington St., which features some impressive captains’ homes. Add-On: some of the streets of downtown Bath are good for running, featuring homes, shops, and restaurants. MAP
Bath Downtown. Create your own route on the main streets of downtown Bath. Historic buildings, homes, shops, and restaurants. You can easily do a few miles, and combine with waterfront run above. Good option in winter. Full Bath Loop & Whiskeag Trail. 7.4 miles. From downtown Bath, take the waterfront route above. Past Clapp Point, get onto Washington St. toward North Bath and then Upper High St, to the entrance of the Whiskeag Trail. Follow this wonderful gravel trail for 3.5 miles, through woodlands and along some coastal sections, back to downtown, connecting at North St. The trail is well-marked. Some uneven footing. MAP. Whiskeag Trail Map.
There are good running options in the Brunswick area. A 5-mile downtown tour features 3 bridges, historic buildings, and pretty waterfront paths. The Bowdoin campus is a treat. We also love the Town Commons Trails and Crystal Springs Farm Trails.
One of the longer stretches of sand beach on the mid-Maine coast, and good for running. Pleasant road running out to Fort Baldwin and Hunnewell Point, with great water views. A full 'loop' of the peninsula is about 7 miles.
Quaint coastal town, known for its coastal views, shops and restaurants, and as a departure point for ferries. We've mapped a 4 mile 'Boothbay Harbor' route, featuring great water views, and a 2.8 mile there and back along Shore Rd. on Ocean Point.
Known as “The Prettiest Village in Maine,” Wiscasset is a choice town for a residential/commercial run with an old timey seaport feel. We've mapped out a gorgeous 5-mile run highlighting Wiscasset and over the bridge to Fort Edgecomb State Park.
We've put together two great runs in this historic fishing village: A jaunt along the Harbor Path and quaint Main St., with its shops, restaurants, and galleries; And a route out to Breakwater Light, where you can run on large granite rocks for 0.7 miles to the lighthouse.
St. George is one of the quieter spots along the Maine mid-coast. There's no signature coastal town, but the roads in this area are quiet, pastoral, and great for running. We've put together two easy-to-follow loop options of 7.2 and 11.4 miles.
Rockport is the smaller cousin of Rockland (to the south) and Camden, which is 2 miles north. We've put together a route highlighting the prettiest streets of central Rockport and its harbor.
A 5-mile loop between the popular towns of Rockport and Camden. Lovely New England homes, occasional water views, and pleasantly shaded. This fairly hilly route mainly involves Bayview Ave. and Chestnut St. Good add-on opportunities at each end.
Lovely coastal town, located on Penobscot Bay at the mouth of the Megunticook River, with Mount Battie rising above. Nice running in town, to Rockport, and 30 miles of trails in Camden Hills State Park.
This beautiful island is located just off of Maine’s mid-coast, accessible by ferry from Camden. Great for running in the Penobscot Bay, with quiet roads, pretty foliage, and nice water views. We've mapped a 7 mile loop from the ferry terminal.
Create your own route in this historic seaport town. A highlight is the 1 mile Harborwalk and footbridge. Then, enjoy some of the main streets downtown, which feature historic buildings and fun restaurants and shops.
A charming midcoast Maine spot offering cozy inns, scenic views, and plenty of history. We have put together two routes for running in Castine, featuring its elm-lined main streets, waterfront roads, and trails in Witherle Woods.
A pleasant 5-mile out and back run along the water from the center of this island town in the Penobscot Bay. Nice water views along Greenhead Rd. and Sand Beach Rd., with a short detour to Moose Island.
This lobster fishery and summer colony, reachable via a 75-minute ferry from Rockland, features 50 miles of traffic-free roads. We've put together a 4-mile waterfront loop, and a 9-mile 'round the island' loop.
The Park Loop Road is great for running, especially the 5 mile section between Seal Beach and Little Hunters Beach. The Carriage Roads are special for running, with many options. And for a true challenge, run up Cadillac Mountain!
You don’t have to be a serious trail runner to enjoy the backcountry views in this National Park. Acadia has 45 miles of wide, well-groomed carriage roads that are perfect for a refreshing fall run. Fantastic option in the fall.
Known as “The Prettiest Village in Maine,” Wiscasset is a choice town for a residential/commercial run with an old timey seaport feel. We've mapped out a gorgeous 5-mile run highlighting Wiscasset and over the bridge to Fort Edgecomb State Park.
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Waterfront Route: 5 miles; Full Bath Loop: 7.5 miles
Short Route: 188 feet; Long Route: 350 feet
Short Route: at Bath Ironworks, Washington & Russell St.; Long Route: Center & Commercial St.
Full Bath Loop & Whiskeag Trail. 7.4 miles. From downtown Bath, take the waterfront route above. Past Clapp Point, get onto Washington St. toward North Bath and then Upper High St, to the entrance of the Whiskeag Trail. Follow this wonderful gravel trail for 3.5 miles, through woodlands and along some coastal sections, back to downtown, connecting at North St. The trail is well-marked. Some uneven footing. MAP. Whiskeag Trail Map.
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