Round Trip
34 miles
54.7 kilometers
Route Type
A hiking trail may be classified as a Loop, Out and Back, Point to Point, Bushwhack, or Multi-day Thru Hike, with some destinations having more than one of these ways as a hiking option.
- Out and Back
- Point to Point
Round Trip
34 miles
54.7 kilometers
Route Type
A hiking trail may be classified as a Loop, Out and Back, Point to Point, Bushwhack, or Multi-day Thru Hike, with some destinations having more than one of these ways as a hiking option
- Out and Back
- Point to Point
Elevation
The height of the summit or destination, from sea level.
Elevation Gain
The total amount of vertical ascent (uphill climbing) on a hike. This is cumulative gain, totalling the elevation change of the uphill segments from a round-trip hike.
Round Trip
34 miles
54.7 kilometers
Route Type
A hiking trail may be classified as a Loop, Out and Back, Point to Point, Bushwhack, or Multi-day Thru Hike, with some destinations having more than one of these ways as a hiking option
- Out and Back
- Point to Point
Elevation
The total amount of vertical ascent (uphill climbing) on a hike. This is cumulative gain, totalling the elevation change of the uphill segments from a round-trip hike.
Elevation Gain
The total amount of vertical ascent (uphill climbing) on a hike. This is cumulative gain, totalling the elevation change of the uphill segments from a round-trip hike.
trail highlights
trail features
trail category
Accessible
Historical Sites
Lakes/Ponds
Bridge
Road Walk
Trail Junctions
Half Day
Full Day
About
A multi-use, multi-season recreation trail
The new Adirondack Rail Trail is a 34-mile, multi-use trail that connects the communities of Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake. Walking, running, bicycling, birding, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, fat-tire biking, and snowmobiling are all possible on the well-graded, wheelchair accessible trail.
For more information, visit the main page for the Adirondack Rail Trail.
Emergency Information
If you get lost or injured, remain calm and stay put. If you have cell service, call 911 or the DEC Forest Ranger Dispatch, 833-NYS-RANGERS (833-697-7264).
Plan ahead and hike smart. Bring a map, extra food, water, and warm clothing, and check the weather before you go. Stay aware of your surroundings and landmarks. If you get turned around, don’t panic—stop, think, and stay where you are. Let someone know your route and expected return time.
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