2,611 named trails across 6,101 miles of mapped centerlines — every state-managed corridor and community-mapped path in the Adirondack Park, cross- referenced with trailheads, lean-tos, parking, and the peaks they climb. Use the map to get your bearings, then narrow the list by region, operator, or what the trail reaches.
This short 1.9-mile route traverses a section of the Adirondack Park Preserve, offering a manageable outing for most hikers. The trail's modest length makes it accessible for a quick morning or afternoon walk without requiring a full day's commitment. Expect typical Adirondack mixed forest terrain, though specific elevation gain and difficulty details aren't documented in available records.
This short 0.6-mile path sits within the Adirondack Park boundary but lacks specifics in public records about its exact location or managing agency. The brief length suggests a connector or interpretive loop rather than a backcountry route. Without verified trailhead or terrain details, hikers should consult local land managers or recent trip reports before planning a visit.
The Adirondack Rail Trail runs 6.4 miles along a converted railroad corridor, part of a broader network of rail-trail segments threading through the central Adirondacks. The flat, wide surface makes it accessible year-round for walking, cycling, and skiing, with minimal elevation change typical of former railway beds. Multiple access points allow shorter out-and-back segments if the full distance feels long.
This short connector in the Lake George Wild Forest runs just under a mile, making it more of a linking route than a destination hike. The trail provides access to Aldrich Pond, a small backcountry water body that sees less traffic than the region's more prominent lakes. Expect a quick walk suitable for families or as part of a longer loop if you're piecing together a day in the southern Adirondacks.
Ampersand Park Road runs 1.8 miles through the Saranac Lake area, serving as a woods road rather than a backcountry footpath. The route likely provides access to other trail networks or private holdings in the vicinity, though it doesn't connect to the popular Ampersand Mountain Trail itself. Expect a relatively flat, walkable surface suitable for casual hiking or mountain biking depending on conditions.
Axton Landing is a short 0.3-mile connector in the western High Peaks region, historically used to access the Upper Works area and Cold River country. The brief walk links older logging roads and provides quick access to the Axton Landing site on the Cold River. Given its length, it's typically used as part of a longer route rather than a standalone hike.
Axton Landing Road is a short 0.3-mile connector in the western High Peaks region, historically part of the old road network serving the Adirondack Mountain Reserve and Cold River country. The brief route typically serves as an access spur rather than a destination trail, linking to longer backcountry routes toward the Cold River drainage. Expect firm footing and minimal elevation change over the half-kilometer distance.
