Download the Adirondack Rail Trail App today and start exploring. With 34 miles of stunning Adirondack scenery waiting for you across every season, your next adventure is closer than you think.
The trail is calling. The app is ready. All you have to do is go.
Introducing the Adirondack Rail Trail App
Your trail, your way
The Adirondack Rail Trail App is your go-to guide for exploring all 34 miles of the Adirondack Rail Trail, connecting you to the communities of Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake. Packed with interactive maps, navigation tools, local recommendations, and trail highlights, it's everything you need to make the most of every mile, whether you're out for a leisurely stroll, a scenic bike ride, or a full day of Adirondack adventure.
Meet the Adirondack Rail Trail App
The Adirondack Rail Trail App is your official, all-in-one companion for the trail, free to download and built for every kind of adventurer. Planning a quick summer stroll, a full-day fall bike ride, or a winter snowmobile outing is easy with everything you need right at your fingertips.
What you can do with the app
- Plan your trip: Explore the full trail, review mileage segments, and map out your route before you head out.
- Interactive maps + mileage segments: View the trail in detail and understand exactly where you are and what’s ahead.
- Find access points and parking: Get where you need to go without the guesswork.
- Discover local spots: Find places to stay, eat, and rent gear while supporting businesses along the trail.
- See what’s happening nearby: Stay up to date on events like festivals, guided outings, and community happenings.
- Go offline-ready: Use maps that work even without cell service for reliable backcountry navigation.
- Navigate in real time: Stay on track with live guidance on and off the trail.
Know before you go
Getting outside is the easy part. Being a good trail neighbor takes just a little know-how. Here's what to keep in mind before your visit.
Share the trail
The Rail Trail is for everyone including walkers, runners, cyclists, families with strollers, and more. A few simple habits go a long way:
- Stay to the right, pass on the left, and always announce yourself before overtaking another user.
- Wheels yield to heels. Bikers and snowmobilers should slow down and give plenty of space to walkers, runners, and families.
- Be kind. It’s an unwritten rule, but an important one. Help others enjoy their time in our shared outdoors.
Leave No Trace & Love Your ADK
The Adirondacks are a special place, and it's up to all of us to keep them that way. Follow Leave No Trace principles on every outing:
- Carry in what you carry out and pack out all trash
- Stay on marked trails and respect wildlife
- Use portable restrooms at trailheads
- Clean up after your pets
- Plan appropriately for trail conditions and weather
Rules & regulations
The trail passes through a mix of public and private land. Please keep the following in mind:
Stay on the trail and use only designated access points. Trespassing on private property is prohibited.
Observe posted speed limits—15 mph in Saranac Lake and Lake Clear—and follow all traffic rules at road crossings.
Dogs are welcome but must be kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet. Always bag and dispose of waste.
Permitted year-round: walking, running, biking (including Class 1 e-bikes), birding, wheelchair use, and other non-motorized activities.
Permitted in winter only: snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, fat tire biking, and snowshoeing.
Prohibited at all times: motorized vehicles (except snowmobiles and Class 1 e-bikes), camping, fires, horses, and discharging a firearm from or across the trail.
Respect all posted signage related to trail work, construction, maintenance, or private property.
Plan ahead: check conditions before you visit
Trail conditions, construction updates, and seasonal closures can change. Before heading out, check the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) website for the latest information.
Info centers & emergency contacts
In an emergency: Call 911 or contact DEC Forest Rangers at 1-833-NYS-RANGERS.
To report illegal activity or trail maintenance issues: Contact the DEC Region 5 Ray Brook Office at 518-897-1200 or info.r5@dec.ny.gov.
Need help planning your visit? Stop by one of our local info centers in Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, or Tupper Lake—our friendly staff are happy to help you make the most of your Adirondack Rail Trail experience.