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The Black River Wild Forest, conveniently located along NY Route 28 in the southwestern Adirondack Park, presents virtually unlimited opportunities for exploring dirt roads, foot trails, and snowmobile trails. The route described here is a great starting point for your adventures, and it can be bicycled as a loop by using NY Route 28.
Difficulty:advanced
Length:24.0 mi
Configuration:loop
Type and Surface:dirt roads, singletrack, paved roads
Type of Riding:This hilly route through a remote area is along poor dirt roads with some singletrack sections. The entire loop includes some riding along paved roads.
Season:Generally, trails are suitable for riding from mid-May to mid-October.
Directions:Trailhead access is in Woodgate on the Bear Creek Road or in McKeever at a snowmobile trailhead to the east of NY Route 28 opposite the Moose River 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 mountain biking trails include the Thendara Train and Bike Excursion and the Otter Lake Loop. Black Bear Mountain and Bald Mountain are popular hikes in the area. Camping is available at the Nick's Lake State Campground.
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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