About
This is a scenic drive or cycle around Whiteface and the McKenzie Mountain Wilderness Area.
Key takeaways
- Distance: 46 miles round trip
Cycling
Starting in Wilmington, turn on Route 431 and climb a very long and demanding hill. At the top of the hill bear right onto County Route 18 towards Bloomingdale and cruise down a series of hills (beware loose gravel) and along the edge of Franklin Falls Pond. Turn left on Route 3 in Bloomingdale. In Saranac Lake, turn left on Pine Street, stay left on McKenzie Pond Road to Route 86 in Ray Brook and then turn left to head toward Lake Placid. Stay on Route 86 to return to Wilmington.
Scenic drive
This is a fine choice for scenery, especially in fall.
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Packages and Promotions
Explore More in the Whiteface Region
Explore More in the Whiteface Region
An Afternoon on Franklin Falls Road
On the opposite side of Whiteface from the quiet community of Wilmington there is a stretch of seldom travelled road that is an absolute delight for road cyclists. This piece of pavement pedaling paradise is known by many names. Some call it Franklin...