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The Massawepie area is home to a Boy Scout Camp and is known for its esker (a glacial formation), ponds, and large peat bog. Found in the Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest, access to this long dirt road is from County Route 421 where it dead ends on the west shore of Horseshoe Lake. Please note seasonal use restrictions.
Difficulty:easy
Length:12.0 mi
Configuration:one way
Type and Surface:dirt road
Type of Riding:There is no public use from June 15 to August 31. This trail, dirt roads with loose sand in a few places, could be considered advanced simply due to its length. This road is improved at the northern and southern points and unimproved in the middle. The route takes the rider past several ponds. Over 20 miles of trails wind beside 10 lakes and through forests. The area is best known for its extensive peatland or bog.
Season:No public use from June 15 to August 31.
Directions:Northern access is at the intersection of Route 3 and Massawepie Road west of Gale in the Town of Piercefield, just north of Catamount Pond. Southern access is at the end of County Route 421 off the west side of Route 30 at the Franklin/St. Lawrence County line.
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.
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.
While in the area you might enjoy some of these other activities in the vicinity of this trail.
From Horseshoe Lake, access is gained to 3 mountain bike routes: Massawepie Road to the north (described here), Hitchins Pond to the west, and Trout Pond to the south. Explore the natural beauty of the Massawepie area, including the over 20 miles of trails that wind beside 10 lakes and through forests where a road follows a winding esker. The area is best known for its extensive peatland or bog. No public use from June 15 to August 31. A limited number of campsites exist near Horseshoe Lake.
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.
This information is provided in the interest of informing the public on mountain biking opportunities in the Adirondack Park. The user of this information assumes all risk for any injuries or difficulties that result. Mountain Biking can be a dangerous activity and regardless of what is presented on this website, you always ride at your own risk. The listing of any businesses, organizations, or other sources of information on this website does not represent endorsement of those entities, does not guarantee the accuracy of any information they provide, and does not make them liable for any injuries resulting from any activity suggested by this website. The owners, managers, and sponsors of BikeAdirondacks.org and BikeAdirondacks.com are not responsible for any injury or misfortune that results from use of the information presented here. Comments and suggestions can be emailed to us.
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