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Bog River trail map
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Bog River Trail
Location:
Route 421, Piercefield

This trail, at this time is not marked, and can be found under various conditions of use.

Key takeaways

  • Distance: 3.25 miles round trip
  • Elevation gain: 360 feet
  • Hike includes trail junctions, unmarked trail, a road walk, and a bridge
  • Based on an out-and-back hike to the river

Hiking the Bog River Trail

From the gate, pass through and hike along an old road to an old bridge over the Bog River. Cross the bridge and quickly come to a second intersection. This intersection is not as obvious, head more left. This trail is quite obvious but doesn’t get a ton of use from hikers, it is more of a ski trail, and not marked. The trail is rather flat for most of its course. There is one decent hill you will ascend and a long descent will bring you down to the shore of the Bog River. At 1.3 miles in, you'll come to an intersection. Keep right, and descend to the river. Herd paths follow the shore in both directions. Be aware that this trail is very wet in sections along the old carriage road, especially under spring conditions. 

Bog River Trail follows several old haul roads through the WF between State Route 421 and the Bog River. Depending on the combination of routes used, loops ranging from 5 to 8 miles are available.

Big River Trail in the winter

This trail does get local use from cross-country skiers, albeit infrequently. You should only attempt to get on this trail if you have experience in map and compass fundamentals, are an experienced winter skier/hiker, and are prepared for all winter conditions. Be extra careful around frozen bodies of water.

Discover more trails in Tupper Lake

Does the Bog River Trail sound amazing, but a little more than you want to tackle right now? No need to stress, with endless mountains, lakes, and waterfalls to visit in the Adirondacks, we are sure we can help you discover a trail that’s just right!

How to get there

From the intersection of Route 3 and Route 30 in the Village of Tupper Lake follow Route 30 toward Long Lake. Continue to Route 421 (Horseshoe Lake Road) on your left. Follow Route 421 for about 0.1 miles to a yellow state gate on the left, park here. 

An interesting windy tree
Snowshoes in the snow
Bog River trail map
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 03/27/2025 - 11:00