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Take a mellow walk on the wild side in Saranac Lake on one of our many nature trails! From the popular multi-use Bloomingdale Bog trail to the quiet Pines, there are plenty of places you can take a walk in nature that is less intense than hiking a mountain (or camping, which is in-tents). Just want a take a quick stroll with your Adirondog? Perfect, we have a trail for that. Looking for a nature walk where you can introduce your kids to the outdoors? The Adirondack Rail Trail is a 34-mile recreational trail open year-round, offering an adventurous way to traverse the Adirondacks. This vehicle-free, multi-use trail connects the scenic communities of Lake Placid, Ray Brook, Saranac Lake, Lake Clear, and Tupper Lake, all with a peaceful, scenic setting along a path with no more than a 2% grade and paved sections near Saranac Lake. Before you go, don't forget to pack snacks, you might want to spend all day exploring these wonderful trails.

A scenic pond at sunset with the sunrays beating off it.

Leave No Trace and Love Your ADK Pledge

The magic of the Adirondacks is the result of previous generations taking a long view and protecting the mountains, lakes, and rivers within the Blue Line. That tradition continues today as we support and encourage everyone to practice Leave No Trace ethics, which help protect the lands and waters of the Adirondacks.

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Charles Dickert Memorial Wildlife Museum
(518) 891-4190
109 Main St
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Museum featuring over 100 pieces created by master taxidermist Charles Dickert. Blue herons, bobcats, raccoons, white-tail deer, plus many other native species. The library also houses an extensive Adirondack Collection and archives as well as...
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McKenzie Pond Trail
611 McKenzie Pond Road
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Trail Fine scenery awaits at the end of this 2 mile trail to McKenzie Pond, on the west side of the 36,200 acre McKenzie Mountain Wilderness Area. White Pine Island is an arresting focal point, so named for the giant white pine. This trail is mostly...
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Lake Colby Causeway
John Munn Road
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
A fun little hike along the railroad tracks that separate Lake Colby from Little Colby Pond.
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Middle Saranac Lake Beach
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Pull up with your boat or hike the short trail to this beach. Either way, you'll be met with the soft sands and beautiful scenery that surrounds Middle Saranac Lake.
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Red Dot Trail
White Pine Road
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
The Red Dot Trail is an excellent trail with easy to moderate terrain. From the trailhead you will essentially follow a trail with red dots on the trees.
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These paths can be hiked or used for trail running.
Saranac Lake Riverwalk
3 Main St 156 Church St
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The lovely Riverwalk encourages a stroll through town along a brick-paved path beside the Saranac River. Enjoy the lively river and its many bridges, and easily access our historic downtown.
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Fernow Trail
Route 30
Tupper Lake, NY 12986
Fernow Trail, also known as the Fernow Plantation Loop, was named after Bernhard Fernow. He was one of the fathers of modern forestry and the first chief of the US Forest Service. Look for brochures in the register box for information which...
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A metal plaque on a rock for B. Fernow.
Church Pond
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Church Pond is a picturesque, roadside body of water that is equally fun to canoeing or just stop for a photo. Either way, you can't go wrong. Church Pond is on Paul Smith's Conservation Easement lands, and is open for public recreation.
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church pond sign
Bloomingdale Bog Trail
Route 86
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The Bloomingdale Bog Trail is a scenic, end-to-end path that follows an old railroad corridor that connects Saranac Lake to Bloomingdale. The entire route is wide, level, and mostly straight, making it perfect for a casual stroll or bike ride.
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The Pines Trail
Pine Street
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The Pines are an interesting network of trails over a relatively small area. It is a lovely area for the entire family to use and an excellent dog walking destination.
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Adirondack Rail Trail
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The new Adirondack Rail Trail is a 34-mile, multi-use trail that connects the communities of Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake. Walking, running, bicycling, birding, and snowmobiling are all possible on the well-graded, wheelchair accessible...
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Two people cycle on a rail trail

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