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Located in the southern part of the Hammond Pond Wild Forest, these woods roads pass by ponds and traverse the hilly, forested backcounty, offering scenery and solitude. From Ironville, it is possible to continue to the east to Crown Point. From Paradox, NY State Route 74 extends between Ticonderoga to the east and Schroon Lake to the west. While in Ironville, the Birthplace of the Electric Age and site of the first industrial application of electricity in the United States, visit the Penfield Museum.
Difficulty:moderate
Length:17.0 mi
Configuration:loop
Type and Surface:dirt roads
Type of Riding:This route takes you along dirt roads through lands forested with a mix of hardwoods and evergreens.
Season:Generally, trails are suitable for riding from mid-May to mid-October.
Directions:On NY Route 9 in North Hudson just east of Northway, I-87, Exit 29, travel north about 0.3 miles and turn right onto the Johnson Pond Road, Essex County Route 2. Park anywhere along the road, or proceed 0.6 miles and park to avoid an initial steep section.
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.
Nearby mountain biking trails include the North Hudson Trail Center. Hundreds of miles of trails are nearby in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest for both the experienced and inexperienced hiker. Camping available in the Sharp Bridge or Paradox Lake State Campgrounds. A large network of hiking trails also exists in the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness to the south of Paradox Lake. On the north shore of Paradox Lake, accessible only by boat, a short trail leads to Peaked Hill and Peaked Hill Pond. The Essex County Fish Hatchery and Crown Point State Campground are located to the east in Crown Point.
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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