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Things To Do. Snowmobiling. The New York State Snowmobile Trail System. The State Snowmobile Trail System includes more than 10,500 miles of snowmobile corridor trails in New York stretching from one end of the State to the other, crossing both public and private land along the way.
Across New York, from the legendary Catskill Mountains to the shores of Great Lake Erie, you'll find wide-open trails, cool events, and warm welcomes. Travel the wild forested routes on the vast Tug Hill Plateau, covered with 200 to 300 inches of lake-effect snow every year.
- Know Your Abilities
- Carry A Compass and Map at All Times
- Know Your Signals and Relay Them to The Sledders Behind You
- Look For The Snowmobiling Permitted Signs
- Follow The Leader
- Trail Etiquette
It is so important to understand your level of expertise and to only drive at speeds that will allow you to keep control of your sled.
Bring these along with you even if you are familiar with the trails. Snowdrift and unexpected storms can alter the look of trails, making navigation harder.
This tip is especially important when making turns or crossing roadways. The best way to ensure your group's safety when crossing a road is to post a guard at the crossing to signal and stop sledders when traffic is present. Do not stop within an intersection and stay to the right on the trails and roadways.
Keep an eye out for snowmobiling signage along routes and roads throughout the Adirondacks. These trail markers designate routes that are open to sledders. Also look for Stop signs, No Snowmobiling, and other common traffic signs like Caution and Bridge Ahead. Follow the signs and stay safe.
If snowmobiling in a group, stick together. And remember, a safe distance for following is three to four sled lengths from the sled ahead and behind you.
Many of the trails in the Adirondack region are multi-use. Cross-country skiing trails link to sled trails and wildlife have free reign. Exercise caution and safe speeds when in multi-use areas and slow down when encountering skiers, walkers, snowshoers, or animals. Additionally, yield to faster sledders and groomers, pull off of the trail if you n...
Feb 22, 2024 · 22 Exciting Places to Go Snowmobiling in Upstate New York. Updated on February 22, 2024 by Michelle Peterson. Snowmobiling in Upstate New York is nothing short of majestic when conditions are right. There are endless NY snowmobile trails to explore across multiple regions for riders of all different abilities–nothing short of a winter wonderland.
Snowmobiling in New York: Hamilton County/Adirondacks. Watch on. Ride, Rest, Repeat. Whether you want to ride for a day or make a vacation of it, there are tons of trail options available, from quick jaunts to wide-ranging loop trails that are well-marked and excellently maintained.
Old Forge, New York in the Adirondacks is the snowmobile capital of the East. The Old Forge snowmobile trail system connects with all major snowmobile trail systems in Central and Upstate New York with two shifts of paid trail grooming daily to keep the trails in top condition.
(518) 563-9700. With thousands of miles of snowmobile trails, there’s no better way to explore our winter white! Enjoy a huge network of groomed Adirondack trails.
Trail NameStatesLengthSurfaceBlack River Feeder Canal Trail ...NY10 miCrushed Stone, Dirt, Gravel, SandClarence Pathways ...NY17.9 miAsphaltErie Canalway Trail ...NY335.2 miAsphalt, Concrete, Crushed StoneKeuka Outlet Trail ...NY6.7 miAsphalt, Ballast, Dirt, Gravel
