BANGOR DAILY NEWS • February 20, 2026
Looking to boost tourism and tap into the expansive wilderness of northern Maine, a group is planning the longest ultramarathon on the East Coast in Aroostook County. The 207-mile Maine Moose Ultra is slated for September 2027. The marathon, organized by the Presque Isle nonprofit Ignite PI, aims to attract world-class runners to the trails of Aroostook County and put the region on an international stage in a sport that has surged in popularity in the last decade. The entry fee will be around $1,200 to $1,500.