2,251 named trails across 6,238 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.
The Wakely Mountain Trail climbs 2.8 miles to the site of a fire tower in the southern Adirondacks, gaining roughly 1,600 feet through mixed hardwood and conifer forest. The moderate ascent steepens near the summit, where the restored tower offers 360-degree views across the region. The trailhead sits off Cedar River Road, making this a popular out-and-back option for those seeking elevation and a fire tower experience without High Peaks crowds.
A moderate woodland route in the Adirondack backcountry, this trail extends just under four kilometers and is reported to offer a quiet passage through mixed forest toward its namesake destination. The path, which forms part of a larger trail network, is said to reward patient walkers with glimpses of the region's characteristic terrain—neither dramatic nor tame, but representative of the middle elevations where hardwoods and conifers intermingle. Those seeking solitude rather than summit views often find the West Lake Trail well suited to contemplative rambles.
The West Mountain Trail climbs 1.6 miles to reach its namesake summit, a modest peak that sees steady traffic from hikers looking for a manageable ascent. The route gains elevation steadily through mixed forest before opening to views near the top. Expect a round-trip commitment of roughly two to three hours depending on pace and conditions.
