8 best bike routes in Greater Portland

Written By Maine Environmental News

PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • August 17, 2026

I talked to cyclists in Greater Portland who have biked here much longer than I have, and here are some of our favorite routes in the area. Be careful; you might end up obsessed.
• Portland to Mackworth Island
• Portland to Cousins Island
• Portland to Brunswick
• Back Cove and Eastern Promenade
• Eastern Trail
• Short Lighthouse Tour
• Long Lighthouse Tour
• Cape Tour

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