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VIC trail conditions

Spring Trail Conditions: The Summer Trail Systems at the Paul Smiths and Newcomb VICs are currently open; however, there is still a little snow and ice on the trails. Proceed with caution and wear appropriate attire.

Paul Smiths VIC

Trail System: Summer trail rules - 14 miles of trails (6 miles of interpretive trails and 8 miles of backcountry trails)
Dogs: Allowed. Must be leashed at all times.

OVERVIEW: Paul Smiths VIC Trail System - download Trail Map

Weather - paul smiths

Forecast - Southern Franklin County (National Weather Service)

Newcomb VIC

Trail System: Summer trail rules - 3.6 miles of trails
Dogs: Allowed. Must be leashed at all times.

OVERVIEW: Newcomb VIC Trail System - download Trail Map

Weather - newcomb

Forecast - Western Essex County (National Weather Service)

Prepare for Backcountry travel

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has issued a publication on how you can
prepare for a safe backcountry trip in the Adirondack Forest Preserve. Download the Winter Tips Sheet. (pdf 68K)

Adirondack Park Trail Resources

We find that people who use the VIC trail systems like to sample other trails around the region. Here are some helpful Web sites to help you plan more safe and fun outdoor adventures.

Adirondack Mountain Club (trail guides/maps, etc.)

New York State Outdoor Guides Association (find guides for your trip)

Saranac Lake Ski Trails The Dewey Mountain Recreation Center (leaving the VIC site) in Saranac Lake is another wonderful ski and snowshoe facility near the Paul Smiths VIC. Call (518) 891-2697 for information.

Lake Placid Ski Trails Here are the latest cross-country ski conditions (leaving the VIC site) in Lake Placid, courtesy of lakeplacid.com and the Adirondack Ski Touring Council for Lake Placid, including the High Peaks wilderness backcountry. Call (518) 523-1365 for the Council's recorded audio ski report.