Ultimate Rail Trail Experience
The Ultimate Rail Trail Experience is a cycling and trail running event held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. It is located at 6139 NY-30 in Lake Clear, New York.
- Date:
- Tue, Jul 14, 2026 at 3:30 PM
- Location:
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6139 NY-30
Lake Clear, New York
12945
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links:
- bikeadirondacks.com Register at bikereg.com
- Tags:
- Cycling Trail
Immerse yourself in the wonder of the vehicle-free Adirondack Rail Trail during these guided multi-day tours of the entire 34-mile corridor that connects some of the most incredible landscape and communities in upstate New York.
Your Adirondack Rail Trail Experience begins with a three-night stay at the stunning Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge, which has been family owned and operated on the pristine shores of Lake Clear since 1886. In between peaceful overnights and fine old world dining at the lodge, our professional guides will share the beauty of the Adirondack Rail Trail with you over two days of fully supported cycling, including delicious lunches, snacks and other fun stops along the routes.
Dates: August 18-21
Location: Lake Clear
Mileage: 16 miles/Day 1, 18 miles/Day 2
Participation Cap: 8 riders
Pricing: $1,125/person
Benefits: Adirondack Rail Trail Association
If you're looking for a zero planning, maximum fun and fully pampered experience of the Adirondack Rail Trail, this is it. You'll be completely taken care of with two days of guided cycling through the breathtaking Adirondack landscape, full access to the 25-acre Lake Clear Lodge, plus so much more.
Registration Includes
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2 days of fully guided bicycling on the Adirondack Rail Trail
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3 nights at the amazing Lake Clear Lodge
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7 meals
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1 Great Camp Dinner
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1 Take-Out Pub Dinner in your lodging or at the beach
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2 Brew Pub Lunches on the bicycling routes
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3 Breakfast Baskets
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Arrival Happy Hour with Beverages & Charcuterie
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Vehicle & Mechanic Support
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Well Stocked Rest Stops
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Event Gift Bag
Event Schedule
DAY 1 - Tuesday Arrival
3:30p: Check-In Opens, Get Settled In
5p: Lakefront Happy Hour & Meet Your Guides (Beverages & Charcuterie Included)
Dinner on your own (utilize your take-out pub dinner, visit a nearby restaurant or cook on your own)
DAY 2 - Wednesday Ride Lake Placid to Lake Clear Lodge (16 miles)
9a: Departure via BikeADK Shuttle to Lake Placid to start ride
2p: Anticipated return to Lake Clear Lodge
6p: Group Great Camp Dinner (Speakeasy Appetizers, Lake View Dining, & Hand Crafted Adirondacks Alps Dessert)
Breakfast is on your own at the lodge. Lunch will happen at RiverTrail Beerworks in Saranac Lake along the route. We'll also stop for snacks, photo spots and other very cool must-see attractions along the rail trail.
DAY 3 - Thursday Ride from Lake Clear Lodge to Tupper Lake (18 miles)
9a: Departure via bike from Lake Clear Lodge
3p: Anticipated return to Lake Clear Lodge via BikeADK Shuttle after lunch at the end of the ride.
Breakfast is on your own at the lodge. Lunch will happen at the end of the ride at Raquette River Brewing in Tupper Lake. Like Day 1, we'll stop plenty of times along the route for snacks and fun. At the end of the ride, you'll also say goodbye to your guides and make plans to see us again. Dinner is on your own that evening.
DAY 4 - Friday Departure
11a: Checkout time