| Black Bear Mountain
This beautiful trail located in Old Forge offers views of the lake and can get
hard at the end but most of the trip is for intermediate riding. Bloomingdale
Bog Trail This 9 + mile trail is appropriate for beginners and all other
levels. The trailhead is located off of Rt. 86. Approximately 1.3 miles north
of the hospital take a right on a dirt road. This trail will take you through
the wetlands surrounding Two Bridge and Niger Brooks. Most of the duration of
this trail is level, but there is a short rough patch around Rt. 55 and some deep
sand near Merrill Rd. The trail ends at Rt. 30 near Buck Pond State Campground,
total of 9.8 miles. Bubb Lake/Moss Lake Lake Loop This magnificent
trail ride is great for beginners and for those who really want to get a taste
of the Adirondacks! Deer Pond Loop Trail 6 miles west of Rt. 3 &
Rt. 30 turn north on to Old Wawbeek Rd. The trailhead is clearly marked by a DEC
sign. The first 2 + miles of this trail follows The Old Wawbeek Rd. After passing
Mosquito Pond, and Deer Pond, you will hit a fork in the trail. The left fork
leads to a pretty picnic spot, near the pond. To complete the loop< take the right
fork, which leads to some tricky side hill riding, and then to a swamp. After
navigating the bridge that crosses some wetlands you will join a truck trail.
The last approximately 2 miles is a nice cruise. Deer River State Forest
Trails A series of connecting loops allows bikers to choose a variety of
terrains. The Deer River State Forest is made up of nerarly 12,000 acres of land
in NW Franklin County. There are also a few public use campsites along the river.
Floodwood Loop Trail To Locate the trailhead, take Rt. 30 to Saranac
Inn, then take Floodwood Rd. Approximately 2 miles past Hoel Pond Rd. begin looking
for snowmobile trail signs on your left. The ride begins on a snowmobile trail
then turns into mostly rolling with some steep sections. A wooden bridge, and
a view of Floodwood Pond will lead you to Rollins Pond State Campground. A paved
road will complete your trip. Forest Home Road Loop This beautiful
ride begins at the end of Forest Home Rd. in Saranac Lake. Through Lake Clear
Junction, and onto Rd, this trail is mostly paved. rolling hills. Grass
Pond Trail From the intersection of Rt. 30 and Rt. 86 Paul Smith's go approximately
3 + miles north, turning right on dirt road. Look for DEC signs for Hays Brook
Assembly area. This beginner level ride takes you over the Osgood River, and then
east to Grass Pond. There are two nice lean-tos on the east shore. Hays
Brook Trail This trailhead is located in the same way as the Grass Pond
Trail. This section of the trail is a beginner level cruise, crossing over the
Osgood River, then through a boreal forest. Hays Brook Spur Trail
Directions for the location of this trailhead are the same as for the Hatch Brook
Loop Trail. A nice ride for any ability level, this trail takes you past a small
pond on the left, then approximately 3 + miles on the spur trail. You will come
to an old cabin site near Hays Brook. Hatch Brook Loop Trail Take
Rt. 3 or Rt. 30 to NY 99 turn west on dirt road, where Hatch Brook crosses, just
north of Loon Lake. Park at the south end of the field. This intermediate level
ride, takes you over a ridge, then west past a pond. There is a single track section,
just south of Hatch Brook. Keese Mill Road At the intersection of
Rt. 30 & Rt. 86 in Paul Smith's there is a large parking area. This is a 20 mile
one way trip, and it would be a good idea to park another car on Rt. 458 at the
end of Blue Mountain Rd. This a beautiful ride, that takes you through a variety
of terrains. You will cross the St. Regis River, travel through blueberry barrens
and into a beautiful boreal forest. | Kushaqua
Loop Trail To begin this ride, park on the access road to Buck Pond State
Campground. The entrance to Buck Pond, is off of County Rt. 3. This beginner level
ride takes you from Onchiota through Loon Lake, traveling much of the time along
the beautiful north branch of the Saranac River. Lake Clear Ponds Trail
To locate the trailhead, take NY Rt. 30 to Lake Clear Rd. Cross the railroad tracks,
and about 1/4 mile later you will see an old road on your left. This is where
you begin. This approximately 4 mile ride will take you past a number of small
ponds, and on a former logging road. This is a trail that will appeal to beginner
to intermediate. Mecham Lake Trail To reach this trailhead, take
either Rt. 3 or 30 to NY 99, turning west on the dirt road where Hatch Brook crosses
the road. Follow this road for a little over two miles, and park at the end of
the field. This is a mixture of relatively easy riding and more difficult terrain.
You will cross over Winnebago Pond, and continue on until you arrive at Meacham
Lake State Campground. Nelson Lake/Remsen Falls A nice ride on
the snowmobile trails through the Adirondack woods. This backcountry trail will
put you on the Snowmobile trails through the of the Adirondacks woodlands. Beautiful
Ride! North Branch Loop Old Forge Mountainbike Trail System.
This Trail rides offer magnificent views of the Adirondack mountains as well as
streams, ponds and lakes in Herkimer County. Otter Hollow Loop Trail
Fish Creek Campground is where you will find the beginning of this trail. A day
use fee must be paid at the gate. Generally this trail consists of rolling terrain,
with some steep areas. After passing a number of ponds, the trail heads south
to reach Rollins Pond State Campground. Paul Smiths Loop This trail
begins right at Pauls Smiths College. This very enjoyable takes you over mostly
paved roads, through Lake Clear Junction, Gabriels, and back into Paul Smiths.
Razorback Pond This trail offers beautiful scenery of the mountains,
lakes, and streams. Sheep Meadow Trail Take 86 north past the intersection
of Rt. 30, and Rt. 86. (about 4 miles). Look for the dirt road on the right, and
look for DEC markers. This is generally an easy cruise, following a truck trail,
and a horse path. Crossing over the Osgood River, and the Hays Brook, the trail
ends in a clearing. Silver Lake Loop Slush Pond Horse Trail
The trail begins off of NY Rt. 30, across from the Hays Brook Area. An enjoyable
stretch, that most levels will enjoy. A couple of small hills make the ride a
little more challenging, and the surroundings are beautiful. Safford Pond
This trail ride will take you through two lakes: Big Moose Lake and Lake
Rondaxe. Stony Creek Ponds Take Rt. 3 to Coreys Rd., which is located
between Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake. This trail is loaded with beautiful scenery,
and gently rolling terrain.The Ampersand Brook, Raquette River, and Stoney Creek
Pond are all passed on this trail. Sunday Pond Trail Take NY Rt.
30 west past Lake Clear Junction. Turn onto Fish Hatchery Rd. Follow the railroad
tracks. Generally this trail is level throughout. It will take you past Rat Pond,
and Sunday Pond. To complete, the trail, takes you NE towards Fish Hatchery Rd.
Trombley Landing This beginner to intermediate level trail, begins
just east of Tupper Lake, and the junction of Rt.3 and Rt. 30. The added bonus
of a sandy beach at the end of this trail, make it even more fun. Some rolling
hills and a mixture of easy terrain, make for a very fun ride. |