6 at the Springs
About the race
Thank you to everyone who has built this event with us over the last 3 years. We are a community event first and a trail race second.
Along the sleepy Route 26 in Western Maine, there lies a place that is world renowned for its magical healing waters. Over the course of 200 years, a small village has grown into a thriving community. This is the town of Poland, Maine.
The RD's and Poland Parks & Rec. invite you to 6 at the Springs, a celebration of Poland's unique small businesses and trails through a running event.
The course is built for records, PRs, and backyard ultra style training. As a timed event, we will give recognition for all mileage earned, whether one loop, two loops or ten. This course is friendly for both the experienced and new runner/walker of all ages.
Entries and shirts
- You may sign up multiple participants under one account.
- To add family members, or to have a child 12 and under scored, select "Add Participant" before you choose Checkout.
- Register by May 16th to guarantee shirt size.
Start times
- Gun starts at 8am, 9am and 10am.
- The 6 hour clock still stops at 2pm, so if you arrive later, the total time available will be less than 6 hours.
Running with kids
Running parents can let the kids settle in before heading out for their race. Sign up as normal and show up when you can.
What your entry includes
The course
6HR
Youth Entry - 12 and under
Competitors tour the historically registered rail trail at Waterhouse Brook, located at the base of Lower Range Pond. From there they run to a turnaround in Mechanic Falls before crossing the scenic waterway back to the start line. The loop is flat and runs along a wide, hard-packed trail.
Format
6 at the Springs is a six hour endurance event. You can run as much distance as you want, from 4 miles and up, during that time period. You do not have to run the entire six hours. Prizes will be awarded.
Stroller friendly trail
New for 2027, we hope to have the trail 100% stroller friendly, except for the bridge at the waterfall. If this interests you, please let us know so that we can offer support for the short road section.
Race weekend schedule
Location
Poland, ME, USA Open in Google Maps
City insight: Poland
Poland is an unincorporated community in eastern Cass Township, Clay County, Indiana, lying along State Road 42 southeast of Brazil, the county seat. It has its own post office, established in 1846. The climate is humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold winters, so spring and autumn are the best seasons to race.
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