Blue Trail.
This short 0.3-mile route offers a quick out-and-back or connector option for hikers looking to sample a trail without committing significant time or distance. The brevity makes it suitable for families, warm-ups, or linking into longer networks if junctions exist nearby. With minimal elevation change typical of sub-half-mile trails, expect an easy walk that can be completed in under 20 minutes at a relaxed pace.
- Leg-stretcherShort and nearly flat — an hour or less
- Family-friendlyShort, easy, and gentle enough for young legs
- Good for snowshoeingNon-technical grade that carries a snowshoe track
- Peak foliage window — color starts up high and works down the valleys through mid-October.
Seasonal pattern for this trail · tops out ~574 ft · live closures appear above
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
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4- Hot Biscuit Diner7.7 mi
Hot Biscuit Diner is a full service family style restaurant in Ticonderoga. Visit us today to try our recipes! We put an emphasis on country style cooking, friendly service and affordable pricing. This Diner has been a family owned and ope…
- Burleigh's Luncheonette7.9 mi
Burleigh's Luncheonette is a 1950s and 1960s themed restaurant located in historic downtown Ticonderoga, New York, offering classic diner vibes and freshly made meals.
- House of Pizza7.9 mi
A family- and woman-owned pizzeria on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga since 2002, doing traditional pizza, calzones, pasta, and salads with in-store pickup, curbside pickup, delivery, and no-contact delivery. Pizza-club program.
- Jimbo's Club at the Point13.2 mi
A fine-dining room and private event venue on a 25-acre peninsula on Brant Lake, off Route 8. Weekly-changing menu, an award-winning wine list, and wedding bookings for the full property.
Sip.
2- 9 Mile Coffee Co16.7 mi
9 Mile Coffee Co. is a coffee shop in downtown Schroon Lake, NY, serving a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches, and soups. They also sell their custom coffee blends and gift cards online.
- Cupola Crepes16.7 mi
Family-run creperie at 1095 Main Street in Schroon Lake. Sweet and savory crepes (gluten-free batter available), scones, coffee, and soft serve. Wednesday through Sunday.
— 16.7 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Cate's Creamery15.8 mi
The main ice cream spot in the heart of Bolton Landing village on Lake George's quieter west shore — soft serve, hand-dipped hard ice cream, and slushies, a short stroll from the lakefront.
- Crossroads Ice Cream18.0 mi
The ice cream counter at The Crossroads, a country and outdoors store off I-87 Exit 25 in Chestertown between Schroon and Brant Lake — hard and soft ice cream on the road north.
- Stone Bridge Ice Cream18.0 mi
Stone Bridge Ice Cream is a seasonal stand located 2.5 miles from the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, offering over 40 flavors of soft serve, custom ice cream cakes, and signature sundaes. It features outdoor seating and a kids' swing set.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor18.2 mi
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— 15.8 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
4- The Pub7.9 mi
The Pub is a British-inspired restaurant recognized for serving the best Fish and Chips in the U.S. by the UK’s Greene King Brewery. It offers excellent food, drinks, and genuine hospitality with a wide selection of beers.
- The Hub15.3 mi
The Hub is a cafe, restaurant, lounge, bar, and bike repair shop located in Brant Lake, also serving the Lake George, Loon Lake, Friends Lake, and Schroon Lake areas.
- Crazy Loon Distillery16.2 mi
At the Crazy Loon Distillery, we produce high quality Adirondack inspired craft spirits that reflect the innovative nature and peaceful mindset of the North Country of New York. We offer a lineup of flavorful craft spirits inspired by the…
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill16.7 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
Stay.
4- Silver Bay YMCA - Conference and Family Retreat Center3.8 mi
A 700-acre lakeshore conference and family-retreat center in operation since 1904. National Register of Historic Places. 253 rooms across hotel, cottages, dorms, and guest houses; meeting spaces up to 700; 15 miles of hiking trails.
- The Inn on Lake Champlain - Adirondack Farmstay B&B4.0 mi
Historic 440-acre Adirondack farmstay B&B above Lake Champlain in Putnam Station. Four en-suite bedrooms, two parlors, formal dining, wrap-around porch. Working farm with horses, cows, and chickens.
- Northbrook Motel5.2 mi
Pet-friendly cottages on Lake Shore Drive in Silver Bay, on the quieter northern end of Lake George. Private dock access, private beach, and a shared bonfire pit. Twelve miles north of Lake George Village.
- Brookwood RV Resort5.2 mi
An RV resort on Route 9N between Hague and Ticonderoga, with full-hookup RV sites, tent sites, and rustic Adirondack-style cabins. WiFi on all sites, fire rings, and Saturday-night live music in July and August.
See.
4- Ticonderoga Heritage Museum7.9 mi
A local history museum on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga inside the 1888 building, the sole surviving structure from the Ticonderoga Pulp and Paper Company. Free walking tours of the La Chute industrial corridor.
- Fort Ticonderoga8.0 mi
A restored French and Indian War / Revolutionary War fort on 2,000-plus acres at the south end of Lake Champlain in Ticonderoga, with living-history demonstrations, the King's Garden, a corn maze, and boat tours on the lake aboard the Carillon.
- Godwin Preserve12.2 mi
Godwin Preserve in the Town of Bolton offers two hiking trails totaling 112 acres, with moderate difficulty. The Yellow Trail provides views of Amy's Park wetlands and High Nopit, while the Red Trail connects to Pole Hill Pond Preserve.
- Penfield Homestead Museum13.4 mi
Penfield Homestead Museum preserves the history of Crown Point, NY, and the surrounding Ironville area. Explore the historic homestead, barns, church, and learn about local history, military conflicts, and notable families.
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Frequently asked.
- How long is the Blue Trail?The Blue Trail is approximately 0.34 miles (0.5 kilometers) — a short out-and-back suitable for most fitness levels.
- How long does it take to hike the Blue Trail?Most hikers complete the Blue Trail in about 15 minutes at a steady pace with roughly 111 feet of elevation gain. Allow extra time for rest stops, photos, weather, and trail conditions.
- How difficult is the Blue Trail?Based on its length and elevation gain, the Blue Trail is an easy hike (111 ft of climbing over the route) — gentle grades suitable for most fitness levels and families. This is an estimate from route data, not an official trail rating — check current DEC advisories before heading out.