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Pedal the Adirondacks

Fun trails through big mountains

The Adirondack Mountains are famous for skiing and hiking, but they're becoming known for awesome mountain bike trails, too. We take mountain sports seriously, so we’ve been working hard on creating and expanding top-notch mountain bike trails near Lake Placid that are suitable and immensely fun for beginner and expert riders alike.

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Trail systems galore

Experienced riders, or anyone looking for more variety, should either head to the Lussi and Logger Trails or the Craig Wood Trails. The former is accessible from town and has the highest concentration of single track in the area, while part of the latter is built on the side of an old ski hill.

No bike? No problem! You can rent everything you need from one of our local gear shops. And be sure to ask staff there about trail conditions before heading out! While you’re in town, don’t forget to check out the Wilmington Mountain Bike Fest, held every summer. 2023 dates are due to be announced, so be sure to keep an eye on our events page for this, and for other group rides and activities! 

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Trail systems galore

Experienced riders, or anyone looking for more variety, should either head to the Lussi and Logger Trails or the Craig Wood Trails. The former is accessible from town and has the highest concentration of single track in the area, while part of the latter is built on the side of an old ski hill.

No bike? No problem! You can rent everything you need from one of our local gear shops. And be sure to ask staff there about trail conditions before heading out! While you’re in town, don’t forget to check out the Wilmington Mountain Bike Fest, held every summer. 2023 dates are due to be announced, so be sure to keep an eye on our events page for this, and for other group rides and activities! 

Spring trail conditions

Spring conditions can vary from year to year. Keep up to date on conditions by visiting Barkeater Trails Alliance bike trail conditions page.

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A mountain biker on an open trail in the fall

Trail systems galore

Experienced riders, or anyone looking for more variety, should either head to the Lussi and Logger Trails or the Craig Wood Trails. The former is accessible from town and has the highest concentration of single track in the area, while part of the latter is built on the side of an old ski hill.

No bike? No problem! You can rent everything you need from one of our local gear shops. And be sure to ask staff there about trail conditions before heading out! While you’re in town, don’t forget to check out the Wilmington Mountain Bike Fest, held every summer. 2023 dates are due to be announced, so be sure to keep an eye on our events page for this, and for other group rides and activities! 

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Mountain biking in Lake Placid

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Follow along as Skills with Phil visits some of the best mountain biking trails in and around Lake Placid.
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Ride with gratitude

Principles that help make our trails accessible and here for good.

1. Respect this gift

Riding trails on public or private lands is a gift, not a right. That hiker we just passed? She might own the land we’re riding on. With every ride, let’s remember to be grateful for the landowners and others who make it possible.

2. Protect nature

Enjoy nature, don’t ruin it. Keep on the trails. Erosion is our single highest impact when we’re out riding. Skidding causes erosion. Cutting corners can cut off access. Riding muddy trails messes it up for everyone. If we see animals, don’t bother them, remember them. Pick up trash, pack it out, carpool here and back.

3. Care for others

We share the trails with others, and they have the same rights and responsibilities as each of us. If someone needs help, we help. Be nice, yield to others, and give a smile.

4. Be the example

We know our limits, and we ride within them. Beyond the ride, lets park where we’re supposed to keep the tunes to a dull roar, and leave the IPAs for après somewhere else. Take the pledge to Ride with Gratitude.