Erie Canalway Trail (Little Falls to Canajoharie).
The Erie Canalway Trail runs 18.7 miles from Little Falls to Canajoharie along the historic canal corridor — flat, paved, open year-round. Used for biking and walking; this segment lies outside the Blue Line but connects to the Adirondack Park's southern approaches.
- Full-day hikePlan on a full day out
- Peak foliage window — color starts up high and works down the valleys through mid-October.
Seasonal pattern for this trail · live closures appear above
- Empite State TrailsOperator
- lwnNetwork
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Great Sacandaga Lake.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Drink.
2- Vrooman's Hotel20.1 mi
On the shore of West Caroga Lake, this family-owned hotel and tavern has been a beloved community fixture for generations, serving exceptional dishes and warm hospitality daily.
- Nick Stoner Inn Seafood & Steakhouse20.6 mi
Caroga Lake restaurant at 1810 NY-10 doing hand-cut, in-house steaks, fresh seafood, and a tight made-to-order menu. 19 craft beers on tap, NY Finger Lakes wines. Open Thursday through Sunday; Sunday 11–5.
— 20.1 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
3- Pine Lake Lodge20.0 mi
Pine Lake Lodge is a spacious eight-bedroom vacation rental near Great Sacandaga Lake, offering ample space and amenities for large groups, family reunions, and celebrations.
- The Balsam Inn & Cafe22.6 mi
Historic inn at 140 NY-10 in Caroga Lake, with newly renovated boutique rooms on the second floor and the Forever Wild Tavern downstairs. A minute from the West Branch of the Sacandaga and adjacent to state park land.
- The Bears Den Vacation Rental Resort22.7 mi
Booked as an exclusive buyout. Sleeps up to 20 across the main log lodge in Caroga Lake. Full kitchen and bar, three fireplaces, hot tub, sand volleyball court, wood-fired pizza oven, and a private sand beach on the West Branch Sacandaga River.
— 20.0 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
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Frequently asked.
- How long is the Erie Canalway Trail (Little Falls to Canajoharie)?The Erie Canalway Trail (Little Falls to Canajoharie) is approximately 18.7 miles (30.1 kilometers) — a long day-hike.
- Who maintains the Erie Canalway Trail (Little Falls to Canajoharie)?The Erie Canalway Trail (Little Falls to Canajoharie) is operated or maintained by Empite State Trails (part of the lwn network).