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.
Karl's Path is a short 0.2-mile connector that likely links other routes or facilities within a trail network. At this length, it functions more as a passage between points than a destination hike. Check current trailhead resources for its specific role in the local system.
Keck Trail runs 3.5 miles through terrain that sees light to moderate use compared to the park's more trafficked routes. The length makes it suitable for a half-day outing, though conditions and elevation change will dictate actual hiking time. Check locally for current trailhead access and whether the trail connects to other routes in its network.
Keough's K is a half-mile trail rated for standard hiking. Short enough for a quick out-and-back; often used as a connector or warm-up segment rather than a destination route.
The Kettle Trail runs 3.0 miles through terrain that takes its name from the glacially-carved kettles common in Adirondack topography. At this length, it falls into the short-to-moderate day hike category, manageable for most hikers with a few hours to spare. Check locally for current trailhead access and whether this route connects to any nearby networks.
This 1.4-mile trail leads to Kibby Pond, a backcountry destination in the western Adirondacks. The route is short enough for a half-day outing but still requires standard hiking preparation for remote terrain. Check current trail conditions before heading out, as maintenance levels can vary in this less-traveled section of the park.
Killer Cutoff is a brief 0.1-mile connector that links two sections of trail in a matter of minutes. Despite the dramatic name, it's more utility than challenge — a shortcut that saves backtracking or completes a loop. Most hikers pass through without much notice, though the name suggests someone once found it steeper or rougher than expected.
King Philips path is a short, 0.4-mile connector in the region, brief enough for a quick leg-stretcher or as part of a longer route. The name suggests historical roots, though details on its origin remain unclear. At under half a mile, it's over in minutes and likely serves more as a link than a destination.
This 1.1-mile trail follows the eastern shore of Kings Flow, a quiet paddle destination in the northern Adirondacks. The blue-marked path is short enough for a quick out-and-back, offering access to wetland edges and water views without significant elevation gain. It's part of the broader network of trails and waterways in the St. Regis Canoe Area vicinity, suitable for hiking boots or trail shoes in most conditions.
This short 0.8-mile trail climbs Kipp Mountain, a modest peak in the central Adirondacks that sees far less traffic than its higher neighbors. The route gains elevation steadily through mixed hardwood forest, making it a manageable afternoon outing or a leg-stretcher for campers staying nearby. Expect a workout relative to the distance—short doesn't always mean easy in these mountains.
Kissing Bridge appears in the park's trail inventory without recorded mileage, suggesting either a very short connector or a named feature along a larger route. The name likely references a narrow footbridge or crossing point where hikers pass in close quarters. Without verified length data, it's best confirmed locally or treated as a landmark rather than a destination trail.
This 0.1-mile portage connects Kit Fox Pond to Little Long Pond in the St. Regis Canoe Area, one of the shortest carries in the network. The brief haul makes it easy to extend a paddling trip between these two bodies of water without significant effort. Most paddlers can complete the carry in a single trip with standard gear.
A substantial corridor through varied terrain, this red-marked route extends nearly eight kilometers and is maintained by the state. The trail threads through Klondike Notch itself, offering passage between ecological zones that shift from hardwood slopes to the cooler, damper character of the notch proper. Hikers report a quiet, workmanlike quality to the path—less dramatic than some neighboring routes, yet rewarding for those drawn to the middle elevations and the particular stillness of transitional forest.
The Konkie Trail covers just two-tenths of a mile, making it one of the shortest named routes in the region. At this length, it likely serves as a connector or spur rather than a destination hike in its own right. Expect a walk measured in minutes, not hours.
A short walk into the backcountry that ends at a shallow rock shelter once used as a hunting camp, the Kunjamuk Cave Trail covers 1.5 miles through mixed forest. The cave itself is more accurately an overhang formed by glacial boulders, offering a glimpse of how early outdoorsmen used natural features for shelter. The trail sees steady use but remains quiet compared to more popular destinations in the central Adirondacks.
At just a tenth of a mile, Kunjamuk Trail functions more as a connector or access point than a destination hike. The brevity suggests it likely links a trailhead to another trail system or provides quick access to a feature near the Kunjamuk River drainage in the southern Adirondacks. Expect to cover this distance in under five minutes at a walking pace.
