Hills and Thrills 2026

Old Hallowell DayHills and Thrills Bike Ride7:15AM Saturday - July 18, 2026Welcome! This will be the 11th Old Hallowell Day Hills and Thrills bike ride, one that takes cyclists on a journey through the beautiful rolling hills of Hallowell and neighboring communities. The ride begins at the Boat Landing in downtown Hallowell and takes cyclists on a tour of several roads and hills the city has to offer. Just for fun - we will offer two courses this year - one is 100% asphalt, the other is 50-50 gravel/road. Both courses are about 23 miles long and climbs over 1500-2000 feet. Both routes end up back in downtown Hallowell. This is not a race.This is a recreational ride for moderately experienced cyclists. Due to the distance and the hills, beginners and children will not do well.Registration: Online pre-registration recommended. Pre-registration closes on Friday, July 17th. The tax-deductible fee defrays the cost of the event - road signs, posters, t-shirts, etc. Any remaining amounts go towards Old Hallowell Day itself, which is a non-profit (501c) organization whose goal is to celebrate a local community.$25 registration feeCapped at 30 ridersRide goes on, rain or shineStart Check in: 7:00-7:15AM at the Hallowell Boat Landing, Hallowell, Maine. Start Time: 7:15AM Sharp!!! - this is to ensure we clear the area before the 5K Road Race starts.Course(s): Draft Routes on RideWithGPSRoute Options:Road:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53783817Mixed Surface: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53783773note: on the road option you can opt not to climb Central Street at mile 22.4 and just return to the boat landingFinish Check in: 9:00-9:30AM at the intersection of Central and Second Street. Riders are asked to check in when complete so we are assured everyone has completed the ride safely.Safety: Riders are required to wear a helmet and sign a Code of Conduct. T-shirt Guarantee: Ride t-shirts for all who pre-register.The Old Hallowell Day committee thanks you for supporting and participating in Old Hallowell Day (http://oldhallowellday.org).