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This route and others are located of the Lake George Wild Forest in the extremely hilly terrain on the east side of Lake George. The Upper Hogtown Parking Area, the main trailhead for the route described, is 1000 feet higher in elevation than the shoreline of the Lake. Enjoy swimming and picnicking, or explore the miles of other trails, dirt roads, and old carriage roads nearby.
Difficulty:moderate
Length:10.0 mi
Configuration:loops
Type and Surface:old carriage roads, dirt roads, trails
Type of Riding:This route and others nearby are challenging and very hilly along a combination of old carriage roads, dirt roads, and singletrack trails.
Season:Generally, trails are suitable for riding from mid-May to mid-October.
Directions:From Northway (I-87) Exit 20, take NY Route 9 north to Route 149. Follow for 6.6 miles, 1.4 miles beyond intersection with NY Route 9L. Turn left onto Buttermilk Falls Road, then bear left onto Sly Pond Road. At 11.6 miles, the road becomes a dirt 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.
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 hiking opportunities include Shelving Rock, Buck, Sleeping Beauty, and Black Mountains on the eastern side of Lake George. Camping is available in Lake George Village at the Lake George Battleground Campground. The Warren County Bikeway is a paved bikeway 9.5 miles long that extends from the shore of Lake George to the Glens Falls Feeder Canal. Suitable for walking and strollers, the Warren County Bikeway leads through forested foothills over gradual terrain and some sections are also appropriate for use by people with disabilities.
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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