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 half-mile trail at the Enchanted Forest Water Safari theme park in Old Forge offers a brief walk through wooded grounds between attractions. The route is gentle and suitable for families taking a break from rides, following a loop or short out-and-back path within the park's boundaries. Access requires theme park admission during operating season.
Erebus Herd Path is a 0.2-mile unmarked route to the summit of Mount Erebus, one of the Adirondack 100 Highest. Short but steep, requiring off-trail navigation skills — not maintained by the state.
Erebus Mountain Trail runs 3.2 miles to a modest summit in the northern Adirondacks. The route is rated "hiking" difficulty — straightforward terrain, suitable for a half-day trip with minimal technical demands.
Ascending the southern flank of its namesake peak, this blue-blazed trail offers a compact but purposeful climb through terrain characteristic of the Lake Harris Network. The route extends just under a mile and a half, maintained by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation as part of the broader web of paths threading through this corner of the park. Though modest in length, the trail is reported to provide access to elevations and viewsheds that reward the effort of the ascent.
Erratic runs a short half-kilometer, making it one of the briefer named trails in the park. At under a third of a mile, it likely serves as a spur or connector rather than a destination hike in its own right. The name suggests a glacial erratic may mark or define part of the route.
The Erratic Trail covers less than a mile through terrain that likely takes its name from glacial erratics — boulders left behind by retreating ice sheets thousands of years ago. At 0.8 miles one-way, it's a quick walk suitable for a morning or afternoon outing. Expect a relatively easy grade given the short distance, though specific difficulty details aren't widely documented.
A sinuous ridge of glacial sediment deposited by meltwater streams some ten thousand years ago, this trail follows the crest of an esker for roughly two and a half kilometers through forested terrain. The route offers hikers an unusual perspective on the region's glacial history, with the raised landform providing subtle elevation and occasional views where the canopy permits. Though modest in length, the trail is said to reward careful observation, its substrate and flanking wetlands a study in the forces that shaped the Adirondack lowlands.
This short spur off Route 22 climbs to a viewpoint above the hamlet of Essex and Lake Champlain's western shore. At just two-tenths of a mile, it's a quick leg-stretcher with a payoff—views across the water to Vermont's Green Mountains. The trail is steep enough for the grade but accessible to most hikers willing to put in a few minutes of effort.
A singular path spanning approximately 1.6 kilometers, the Esther Trail presents a distinct challenge to those who seek its route through the high peaks wilderness. The way is unmarked—no blazes, no symbols—and demands that hikers navigate by map, compass, and familiarity with the terrain. What begins as a discernible footpath is reported to fade in places, testing both route-finding skill and commitment. The trail serves those bound for Esther Mountain, though the ascent rewards self-reliance more than it offers reassurance.
This short connector links portions of Elizabethtown's trail network, offering a quick 0.3-mile link for walkers moving between neighborhoods or other routes. The brief distance makes it practical for everyday use rather than destination hiking. Expect level terrain suitable for casual footwear and year-round access.
Evergreen Alley (3A) is a brief connector trail running just a tenth of a mile through the network. At this length, it likely functions as a linking segment between longer routes rather than a destination in itself. Check local trail maps to see which paths it joins.
Evies Pond Road is a short 0.3-mile connector in the Adirondacks, likely a former woods road or access route rather than a maintained hiking trail. At half a kilometer, it's brief enough to walk in a few minutes, though surface conditions and seasonal passability can vary on these unmaintained corridors. Check local maps or recent trip reports if you're planning to link it into a longer route.
Exploding Kittens is a 0.2-mile trail — short enough to stretch your legs between drives or warm up before a longer route. The name promises more than the distance delivers, but it gets you into the trees quickly.
Extract Brook path runs 1.7 miles through terrain that likely follows or crosses its namesake waterway. The distance puts it in short hike territory, manageable as an out-and-back or potentially connecting to other local trails. Check current conditions before heading out, as brook crossings can vary significantly with seasonal water levels.
EZ Way is a tenth-mile connector in the Adirondacks, short enough to link two points without much elevation change or technical demand. The name suggests an accessible route, likely graded for easy passage. At this length, it's functionally a quick link rather than a destination trail.
