Streeter Lake Road.
Streeter Lake Road is a short 1.5-mile route offering easy access in the Adirondacks. As an old road rather than a footpath, it provides level, straightforward walking suitable for casual hikers or as a connector to nearby trailheads. The modest distance makes it feasible for a quick out-and-back or as part of a longer loop.
- 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 ~1,614 ft · live closures appear above
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NORRIDGEWOCK LODGE, an oasis in the Adirondack Mountains. Our lakeside resort is the perfect remote vacation in the wilderness of the Beaver River. Book online!
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A rustic resort with log-cottages featuring porches with lake views, plus 3 included meals a day.
- The Lodge at Seveys24.0 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Covewood Lodge24.1 mi
A Great Camp-style lodge on Big Moose Lake in Eagle Bay, with 19 housekeeping cottages and Main Lodge apartments and rooms. Open May through October, with kids' programming and weekly campfires from late June to Labor Day.
— 17.6 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
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Frequently asked.
- How long is the Streeter Lake Road?The Streeter Lake Road is approximately 1.54 miles (2.5 kilometers) — a short out-and-back suitable for most fitness levels.
- How long does it take to hike the Streeter Lake Road?Most hikers complete the Streeter Lake Road in about 50 minutes at a steady pace with roughly 185 feet of elevation gain. Allow extra time for rest stops, photos, weather, and trail conditions.
- How difficult is the Streeter Lake Road?Based on its length and elevation gain, the Streeter Lake Road is an easy hike (185 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.