Rat Pond

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Overview

Just a little north of the Fish Creek State Campground and south of the St. Regis Canoe Area is an enjoyable trail leading to two small ponds, Rat Pond and Sunday Pond. One pond is north of NY Route 30 near the railroad tracks and the other is south of Route 30. The trail is located in the Saranac Lakes Wild Forest. While in the area, consider a visit to the NY State Fish Hatchery close by.

Difficulty:easy

Length:3.0 mi

Configuration:loop

Type and Surface:singletrack, wide singletrack

Type of Riding:Consisting of some singletrack and some woods roads, this trail is relatively flat and leads to two small ponds. Nearby is the St. Regis Canoe Area and a fish hatchery.

Season:Generally, trails are suitable for riding from mid-May to mid-October.

Directions:From intersection of NY Routes 186 and 30 in Lake Clear Junction, take Route 30 south about 3 miles and turn onto Fish Hatchery Road. After passing fish hatchery, look for DEC sign on right and turn onto woods road. Turn left after crossing RR tracks and go about 0.8 miles along north side of tracks to end of road.

Caution:Hikers also use this trail system. Always yield to other users. Avoid using trails in wet seasons or conditions.

The trail illustrated here is appropriate for mountain biking, however, not all trails in the Adirondack Park are open to mountain bikes. Both land ownership and land use classifications influence which trails are available for mountain biking. For example, bicycles are not allowed on Forest Preserve land classified as Wilderness, therefore, hiking trails that connect with this mountain biking trail may not be open to bicycles. Before you ride this trail or any trail in the Adirondack Park you are strongly encouraged to check at a local bicycle shop, information center, or NYS DEC office to confirm the suitability of your planned activity and to obtain the latest trail information

See Before You Ride for more suggestions on enjoyable and safe riding in the Adirondack Park.

For More Information

This online atlas information only provides introductory information additional information is required before you ride. See the following suggestions on guidebooks, bike shops, maps, etc. that should be consulted before starting your ride.

Nearby Bike Shops

• Lake Placid

USGS Maps

• Upper Saranac

Other Maps and Brochures

• Paddler's Map

Other Nearby Opportunities and Activities

While in the area you might enjoy some of these other activities in the vicinity of this trail.

Nearby Mountain Biking Opportunities

• Lake Clear to Paul Smiths VIC
• Lake Clear Ponds
• Floodwood Pond Loop
• Otter Hollow Loop

Other Nearby Recreational Opportunities

Nearby biking opportunities include the Floodwood and Otter Hollow Loops near Fish Creek, and the Lake Clear Ponds Trail just a little to the east. A hike up St. Regis Mountain or Jenkins Mountain near Paul Smiths or nearby Floodwood Mountain provides excellent views of the surrounding mountains and lakes. The Fish Creek and Rollins Pond State Campgrounds are located to the south along Route 30.

Neaby Sites & Attractions

• Six Nations Indian Museum (Onchiota)
• Adirondack Park Visitor Interpretive Center (Paul Smiths)

Disclaimer

The map and information presented here are not sufficient to implementing a safe and enjoyable mountain bike ride in the Adirondack Park. Users should first review guidebooks if available, obtain more detailed maps, and most importantly, discuss your planned route with a knowledgeable person just prior to beginning your ride. A quick visit to a local bicycle shop, Chamber of Commerce office, NYS DEC office, or sporting goods shop will provide you with important, up-to-date information on your selected ride.

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