Tyler Road.
Tyler Road is a short 1.3-mile route that likely follows an old roadbed or access corridor. At just over two kilometers, it's a brief walk suitable for a quick out-and-back or connector between longer trails. Check local resources for current trailhead access and whether it links into nearby networks.
- 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 ~1,545 ft · live closures appear above
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Old Forge.
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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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1— 22.6 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Stay.
3- Norridgewock Lodge18.0 mi
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!
- The Waldheim23.5 mi
A rustic resort with log-cottages featuring porches with lake views, plus 3 included meals a day.
- Covewood Lodge24.5 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.
— 18.0 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
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Frequently asked.
- How long is the Tyler Road?The Tyler Road is approximately 1.26 miles (2.0 kilometers) — a short out-and-back suitable for most fitness levels.
- How long does it take to hike the Tyler Road?Most hikers complete the Tyler Road in about 40 minutes at a steady pace with roughly 124 feet of elevation gain. Allow extra time for rest stops, photos, weather, and trail conditions.
- How difficult is the Tyler Road?Based on its length and elevation gain, the Tyler Road is an easy hike (124 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.