Bike Adirondacks

North Hudson Trail Center

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Overview

The North Hudson Trail Center is a network of trails on town land and within the NY State Hammond Pond Wild Forest. In addition to the parking along Frontier Town Road near the Trail Center kiosk, there is a small parking lot 0.7 miles south of the kiosk on Route 9. The Town of North Hudson is located along the Schroon River just north of Schroon Lake. From North Hudson, mountain bikers and hikers can access trails in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest; hikers can access the Hoffman Notch Wilderness to the west and the High Peaks and Dix Mountain Wilderness Areas to the northwest. In addition to the parking along Frontier Town Road near the Trail Center kiosk, there is a small parking lot 0.7 miles south of the kiosk on Route 9.

Difficulty:moderate

Length:3.0 mi

Configuration:loops

Type and Surface:woods roads

Type of Riding:The North Hudson Trail Center has over 7 miles of trails on town property and another 1.7 miles of trail on Hammond Pond Wild Forest Land are also accessible. The difficulty level ranges form easy to moderate, with most sections of trail having a little of both.

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

Directions:Take Exit 29 off the Northway, I-87, and travel east 0.4 miles to NY Route 9. Go south on Route 9 for 0.5 miles to Frontier Town Road. Take this road 0.4 miles to the North Hudson Trail Center kiosk and park anywhere along the 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.

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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

Other Nearby Recreational Opportunities

Nearby mountain biking trails include the Johnson Pond to Paradox to Ironville Loop. 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 State Campground. Additional backcountry hiking and camping opportunities are available in the nearby Hoffman Notch Wilderness Area or in the High Peaks and Dix Mountain Wilderness Areas from the Elk Lake trailhead.

Neaby Sites & Attractions

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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