Lake Flower – Lake Flower loop from Saranac Lake

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Lake Flower – Lake Flower loop from Saranac Lake

Easy

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Lake Flower – Lake Flower loop from Saranac Lake

01:39

29.9km

120m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Saranac Lakes Wild Forest

Adirondack Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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648 m

Lake Flower

Highlight • Lake

Nestled in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York, Lake Flower, spanning 300 acres across Franklin and Essex Counties, captivates cyclists along Lake Flower Avenue. Formed by damming the Saranac River in 1827, this scenic lake, initially dubbed Mill Pond, pays homage to Governor Roswell P. Flower. As the sole lake within Saranac Lake village, its serene shores add an alluring charm to cyclists exploring the area.

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1.26 km

Lake Flower

Highlight • Lake

Tip by

7.69 km

Adirondack Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Adirondack Rail Trail is a planned 34-mile rail trail that will run from Lake Placid to Tupper Lake. This section runs from Lake Placid to Saranac Lake. The trail is made of crushed gravel and have only moderate inclines of no more than 2%.

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15.0 km

Northville-Placid Trail northern terminus

Highlight • Trail

The northern terminus of the Northville-Placid Trail is right in front of the Lake Placid North Elba Historical Society. This is also the start of the Adirondack Rail Trail. There is overnight parking at the trailhead and restrooms when the musuem is open.

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29.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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