Lake Placid Features the Adirondack Rail Trail and Superb Road, Gravel, MTB and eBike Adventures

July 27, 2026 - For fabulous road, gravel, MTB and e-bike tours along with fat biking and bike-packing, High Peaks Cyclery in Lake Placid, New York has been a leader in outdoor adventures for over 40 years.

High Peaks Cyclery in Lake Placid, New York has been a leader in outdoor adventures for over 40 years. © Nancie Battaglia

Explore the newly completed 35-mile section of the Adirondack Rail Trail that connects Lake Placid to Saranac Lake and Tupper Lake.

Checking out the Adirondack Rail Trail… © Nancie Battaglia

For a road bike challenge ride try the internationally famous 56-mile Ironman Lake Placid Loop, or head east of town if you want climbing, plus there are plenty of great gravel routes near Paul Smiths and more.

High Peaks Cyclery is your destination headquarters for unique and memorable outdoor adventures. ©

The eastern Adirondack Coast Bikeways, a premier network of 14 themed loops, is part of the mammoth Lake Champlain Bikeways which boasts 1,600 miles of trails.

High Peaks Cyclery’s Base Camp Lodging features four lodges next to the retail store with full kitchens, laundry, BBQ, that can host up to 42 people.

Base Camp Lodging next to the retail store, that can host up to 42 people. ©

They also offer training camps for all levels of riders including lessons, rentals, and shuttles – e-bike rentals have become very popular. Design your own your tour and they’ll help with route information.

Read more about Lake Placid Cycling and High Peaks Cyclery here.
Order a copy of Best Cycling Great Escapes with a feature on Lake Placid Cycling and many more fabulous cycling getaways here.

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