Road, mountain, and fat bike the Adirondacks
Scenic road tours, single track, and wild routes are just some of the many reasons to explore Hamilton County on a bike adventure! Road riders can enjoy the seldom-traveled roads along the Sacandaga River, winter riders can explore some of the area's many trails on fat tires, and thrill seekers will delight in the gravel routes winding throughout the region. Wherever you choose to ride, there's beauty to be seen and adventure to be had!
Adirondack cycling loops
Brave the Black Fly, scenic roads, and dirt riding
The famous Black Fly Challenge, held annually between Inlet and Indian Lake, takes hundreds riders on a 40-mile trip though the Moose River Plains, and is one of the highlights of the summer riding season. This area is also home to a series of well-signed dirt loops that take riders along closed pavement sections and dirt roads. For a different off-road experience, check out Fern Park, a popular recreation area in Inlet. For a blend of on and off-roading, try your wheels on unique gravel trails around the region. Experience lakeside trails, historic Great Camp routes, and variations of multiple trails, offering a stunning ride for the experts and beginners alike.
Don't miss Oak Mountain Bike Park in Speculator! Suitable for beginner to advanced riders, and fun for the whole family, the trails incorporate a combination of flow, natural and manmade features, as well as technical roots and rocks as they run down the mountain through mixed hardwood forests and ski trails.
Road bike enthusiasts will find no shortage of quiet roads throughout Hamilton County. Any of the state roads make for excellent riding with quiet traffic and smooth pavement. The scenery as riders parallel Indian Lake on Route 30 and then tour up to Blue Mountain Lake on Route 28 is beyond compare.