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Three of Saranac Lake's Best Paddling Routes

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Pamela Merritt
May 01, 2018

What are the coolest paddling routes in the Saranac Lake area? That's a tough question, because we are the Lake Country, a paddler's paradise. Canoe, kayak, or even innertube, we have an adventure to fall in love with.

To help with this question, I asked some local guide services about their favorite places. What do they recommend most often? Where are the places that are extra scenic, or offer interesting choices, or are just places they love to go? They were quick to share.

An empty brown canoe floating by the shore in shallow waters.
Take off for adventure! From a simple, soothing pond paddle to a multi-day exploration with a guide, embark on an Adirondack experience.

Follensby Clear Pond

From Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters comes a family favorite, Follensby Clear Pond.

This 491-acre pond was named after a famous hermit of mysterious origin who lived there for many years. There is a boat ramp to easily launch boats, which can be hand-carried. It has a long shoreline that stretches past the bulk of the pond into a longer, narrower body of water. There are several islands for exploring.

A dock on Follensby Clear Pond providing a picture-perfect start to a popular Adirondack canoe route
The amazing appeal of Follensby Clear Pond starts at the launch.

Follensby Clear Pond should not be mistaken for Follensby Pond, the site of the famous Philosopher's Camp. But it is worth mentioning in its own right.

This camp was convened in the summer of 1858. Despite the Philosopher's nickname, these were men who actually had varied professions and talents. There were poets Ralph Waldo Emerson and James Russell Lowell; scientists Louis Agassiz and Jeffries Wyman; the lawyers Ebenezer Hoar and Horatio Woodman; Dr. Estes Howe and Dr. Amos Binney; John Holmes who was the younger brother of writer Oliver Wendell Holmes, and the inspiration for the trip: William James Stillman, the artist, writer, and skilled woodsman.

Together they found the spot so conducive to creative work and unfettered thinking that they helped popularize the Adirondacks as a destination, and to become part of the movement to make sure it was preserved in its original state.

Paddling on a gorgeous Adirondack pond simply continues this grand tradition.

A map containing the full loop of Follensby Clear Pond and surrounding ponds.
The full loop of Follensby Clear Pond and surrounding ponds.

For a small loop, paddle around the shore of the pond itself. To expand the trip, follow the carry paths to Polliwog Pond, Middle Pond, Floodwood Pond, Little Square Pond, and back to the Follensby Clear Pond launch site.

This route has various sized ponds and short, clearly defined, carry paths. It totals approximately 8 miles of paddling, and a bit over a mile (1.2 miles) of portage.

A view from the water during a paddle on Follensby Clear Pond.
There's plenty of shoreline for exploring at Follensby Clear Pond.

Follensby Clear Pond has 20 campsites scattered along its shores, tucked away so their presence barely dents the tranquil forest wrapped around it. They are primitive sites, all waterfront, that are first-come and cannot be reserved.

Because of its size and placement, Follensby Clear can have some wave action. Motorboats are allowed, so be watchful of them. A side trip to informally named Round Pond offers a sweet paddle down a short carry.

The moon rising over Follensby Clear Pond
Linger until the moon rises at Follensby Clear Pond and experience "magic hour."

There are more advanced campsites available at Fish Creek State Campground, which has many more launching sites and pond access.

This trip can be combined with a hike up Ampersand Mountain, which is one of the more popular hikes near Saranac Lake. Read our blog post about such a trip, An Apt Pair: Ampersand Mountain & Follensby Clear Pond.

Floodwood Loop

A charming thing about the Floodwood Loop is how many guides said it was their favorite!

Don Perryman, an experienced guide in the area, says this is a delightful, multi-day paddling and camping trip. It has a loop which does not need a shuttle, plenty of wild forest and wilderness areas, and a Floodwood Road launch area serviced by St. Regis Canoe Outfitters staff, who can also offer boat repair, cold drinks, supplies, and rations for the trip ahead.

A complete trip can be set up with gear and gourmet meals included. Don particularly mentioned the filet mignon. It's the best of all worlds.

Picture from the water during a canoe trip on the Floodwood Loop
The Floodwood Loop is wonderfully scenic, and as flexible as we want it to be (photo courtesy of St. Regis Outfitters).

This is a protected route of small lakes and ponds with six portages. There are numerous campsites to choose from, great swimming spots, and some of the trip moves through the St. Regis Canoe Area. This 18,400-acre wilderness tract has 50 ponds. Motorboats are not allowed on any of them. This creates the possibility of even more wilderness side trips if desired, making the trip able to expand to as much adventure as one desires.

It begins and ends at Floodwood Pond. 

Map showing the Floodwood Loop canoe route in the Adirondacks
The Floodwood Loop makes a wide loop through several points of interest.

These remote areas in the very heart of the Lake Country, surrounded by wild mountains, offer an extraordinary experience. The full immersion that comes from the combination of untouched wilderness and overnight stays successfully removes us from the bustle of civilization.

This is where the support and expertise of one of our Adirondack guides becomes invaluable. They take care of the planning, equipment, and food. But it's more than that; these Renaissance men (and women) of the woods hark back to a long tradition. From the development of the Adirondacks as a destination, these guides not only took people to the places to fish and camp, they cooked the meals, taught the woodcraft, and told the marvelous stories that added up to enchantment for so many visitors.

All we need do is relax, and have the most incredible experience in some of the loveliest areas in the world.

View from the shore along the Floodwood canoe route with mountains in the background and the reflection of blue skies and white clouds in the flat water
The magic of Lake Country -- Floodwood is the perfect portal (photo courtesy of Forest is Home).

There's a possible side trip of a hike up Long Pond Mountain, which is 3.2 miles round trip, but much of the path is unmarked. Bushwhacking skills, or the services of a guide, is a must. A layover day is recommended for this addition.

Saranac River

At the other end of the ease scale, there's the trip from Saranac Lake to Bloomingdale via the Saranac River. The current can carry boats all the way to Lake Champlain, if we wish to venture so far.

St. Regis Canoe Outfitters has a great little package that provides the canoes or kayaks, and adds a hike to Moose Pond. They launch from behind the town hall in Saranac Lake, and then pick up people and equipment at the end.

View of a bridge from the center of the Saranac River in downtown Saranac Lake
Start the Saranac River trip right in town, and drift through much of the village on our way out (photo courtesy of St. Regis Canoe Outfitters).

I loved this trip. There's something really epic about floating through much of Saranac Lake, right through downtown, under the bridges and past the park as we leave town. This route goes through many flat plains, so the scenery is different from ponds nestled in forests.

There are marshes, rocky shorelines, and abundant wildlife, especially birds. I floated within six feet of a great blue heron feeding in the shallows.

Map showing the paddling route in the Saranac River starting in Saranac Lake and ending in Bloomingdale, NY
The Saranac River to Bloomingdale is a lovely drift with the current through beautiful plains.

It takes 2-3 hours of moving with the current to arrive at the Moose Pond footbridge. There's a beautiful walk to Moose Pond for a round trip hike of 3 miles. Part of the trail is an old woods trail and is mostly level.

It is a pleasant place to have a picnic sitting on a rock. Moose Pond is also really nice for swimming. It all adds up to a marvelous day trip that is suitable for almost any skill level or age group.

A dog sitting at the front of a canoe on the Saranac River.
Once our dog learns to stay in the boat, we can have lots of fun trips together! (photo courtesy of St. Regis Canoe Outfitters).

And it's a doggie favorite. The scope of the trip and the areas we move through make it really easy to bring our dog along. Remember to keep close track of them, and have the leash handy if needed.

For an account of this trip via innertube, see our blog post, Free Water Park Ride In Our Backyard.

A group of kayakers preparing to embark on an Adirondack kayak trip along what is sure to be their new favorite kayak route.
A group trip through the Adirondacks is a fantastic experience that creates amazing memories (photo courtesy of Forest is Home).

There's something really special about getting together, as a couple or as a group, and taking to the water. Paddling gives us the ability to move much faster than hiking, reaching inaccessible areas with more ease, and seeing the many different ecosystems from a different vantage point.

Floating on the water, between earth and sky, moves us closer to both.

For before and after the trip, find some lodging. Indulge in some of our great dining. Consider the range of our incredible paddling.

An empty brown canoe floating by the shore in shallow waters.
Take off for adventure! From a simple, soothing pond paddle to a multi-day exploration with a guide, embark on an Adirondack experience.
A dock on Follensby Clear Pond providing a picture-perfect start to a popular Adirondack canoe route
The amazing appeal of Follensby Clear Pond starts at the launch.
A map containing the full loop of Follensby Clear Pond and surrounding ponds.
The full loop of Follensby Clear Pond and surrounding ponds.
A view from the water during a paddle on Follensby Clear Pond.
There's plenty of shoreline for exploring at Follensby Clear Pond.
The moon rising over Follensby Clear Pond
Linger until the moon rises at Follensby Clear Pond and experience "magic hour."
Picture from the water during a canoe trip on the Floodwood Loop
The Floodwood Loop is wonderfully scenic, and as flexible as we want it to be (photo courtesy of St. Regis Outfitters).
Map showing the Floodwood Loop canoe route in the Adirondacks
The Floodwood Loop makes a wide loop through several points of interest.
View from the shore along the Floodwood canoe route with mountains in the background and the reflection of blue skies and white clouds in the flat water
The magic of Lake Country -- Floodwood is the perfect portal (photo courtesy of Forest is Home).
View of a bridge from the center of the Saranac River in downtown Saranac Lake
Start the Saranac River trip right in town, and drift through much of the village on our way out (photo courtesy of St. Regis Canoe Outfitters).
Map showing the paddling route in the Saranac River starting in Saranac Lake and ending in Bloomingdale, NY
The Saranac River to Bloomingdale is a lovely drift with the current through beautiful plains.
A dog sitting at the front of a canoe on the Saranac River.
Once our dog learns to stay in the boat, we can have lots of fun trips together! (photo courtesy of St. Regis Canoe Outfitters).
A group of kayakers preparing to embark on an Adirondack kayak trip along what is sure to be their new favorite kayak route.
A group trip through the Adirondacks is a fantastic experience that creates amazing memories (photo courtesy of Forest is Home).

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Follensby Clear Pond to "Round Pond"
Long Pond to Pink Pond's
Little Clear Pond and Grass Pond, a Canoeing experience
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