Bike Trails & Cycling Routes

Lake Placid is a popular destination for cycling due to its spectacular mountain and lake views, varied terrain and fabulous places to take a pit stop on any journey. There are many Lake Placid outdoor activities to enjoy in warmer weather, but mountain biking and road biking in the area are simply exceptional.

Many feel that the Lake Placid region is best explored on two wheels — whether a leisurely ride around town or on an extreme downhill mountain biking ride. Want to ride alongside fields of horses with mountains on the horizon and rivers flowing beside you? You can in Lake Placid. If you're training for the Ironman Lake Placid in July, or the Whiteface Mountain Uphill Bike Race in June, you'll want to get a head start by training on location.

The Adirondacks are one of those places all avid cyclists need to experience. There are a variety of trail systems to explore, with many bike shops and guide to help you get started. From the miles of mountain biking trails in the Wilmington Flume Trail System, to the flatter Brewster Peninsula Trails alongside Lake Placid, there are biking opportunities to suit thrill seekers and families alike.

You'll want to visit the Whiteface Mountain biking trails in nearby Wilmington, the "biking capital of the Adirondacks." A ride from Lake Placid through the Wilmington Notch provides a challenging windy scenic ride that has the same appeal as a European bike tour.

The village of Lake Placid is an excellent starting and ending point to any ride, as you'll get the benefit of enjoying the string of Lake Placid restaurants on Main Street after a long day of pedaling.

If you're interested in trying mountain biking or cycling for the first time, or simply want information on other popular routes, consult an Adirondack guide service for trail maps and insider tips.