Weekender at Paul Smith's College

⛰️ Scenic
πŸ§‘β€πŸ§‘β€πŸ§’β€πŸ§’ Family Friendly
🧰 Supported
🀩 Fun Rides
Event Date

Aug 1, 2025

Location

Paul Smiths, NY

Discipline

Road

About

Ride scenic trails, unwind lakeside, and explore Adirondack beauty.

The Weekender at Paul Smith's College is a relaxed, multi-day cycling event set in the heart of the Adirondacks on August 1–3, 2025. Tailored for groups and friends, it invites riders to explore the Saranac Lake region by bike, take part in lakeside activities, and immerse themselves in the outdoors. Daily mileage is flexible—ideal for those seeking both adventure and downtime, with highlights ranging from campfires to paddling and scenic rail-trail rides.

COURSE DETAILS

Choose from multiple daily ride distances across the beautiful Saranac Lake region, with routes that blend paved and vehicle-free gravel sections, especially along the famed Adirondack Rail Trail. Each day brings new landscapes and opportunities for side adventures, providing something for cyclists of every level.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Vehicle-free miles on the Adirondack Rail Trail  
  • Lakeside campus with paddling, camping, and campfire gatherings  
  • Group discounts and a Küat bike rack raffle  
  • Supports the New York Bicycling Coalition

RIDEΒ TYPES

Fun Rides

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

30–55 miles per day

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Paul Smiths city elevation ~1,715 ft (523 m) / Elevation gain: varied Adirondack hills (exact gain not specified)

Terrain

Mixed paved road and gravel, featuring Adirondack Rail Trail vehicle-free sections

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