This family friendly celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail will showcase the natural landscape, communities and businesses along the corridor with a fun-filled day of activities, food and live music. 
Date: Saturday, June 20
Location: Saranac Lake
Mileage: Up to you
Registration: FREE*
Benefits: Adirondack Rail Trail Association
During the celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail, participants will have the opportunity to join in stewardship projects and explore the trail with an interactive scavenger hunt featuring some very cool prizes. The day culminates with a community party featuring craft breweries, food vendors, live music and a raffle. New this year is the addition of shuttle service for those who would like to experience the entire 34-mile corridor one way.
Best of all, proceeds support the Adirondack Rail Trail Association and their efforts to help people of all ages and abilities enjoy the landscape, history and natural beauty of the rail trail corridor and its communities.
*A cost will be associated with booking shuttle service, which you can do during registration.
Volunteer Service Project Details
Participants are also invited to join optional volunteer service projects that will take place between 10a-12p at various points along the corridor. Sign up will happen during the event registration process and exact details will be emailed to each volunteer service project participant in advance of Adirondack Rail Trail Community Day. Each project is guided by a leader and all tools and materials will be provided. Potential projects include:
Culvert Clearing
To protect the trail from erosion and flooding, culvert intakes need to be cleared of leaves, sticks, and gravel.
Debris Removal
The task here is to remove debris from the side of the trail, such as downed trees, to clear the area for mowing.
Ditch Cleaning
In order to prevent erosion, this project will require pulling sticks, rocks and other obstructions that may impede the designed flow of water.
Timber Rail Treatment
This task involves painting a Copper Coat on the timber railing installed along the trail.
Invasive Species Removal
This project entails removal of Purple Loosestrife and Oriental Bittersweet from along the corridor.
Event Schedule
2026 Schedule TBD
Routes
FAQs
What does this event support?
The Adirondack Rail Trail Community Day is a family friendly celebration of the Adirondack Rail Trail that will raise funds for the Adirondack Rail Trail Association.
What is the Adirondack Rail Trail Association?
The Adirondack Rail Trail Association (ARTA) is a trail-town not-for-profit organization that represents and promotes the business and municipal interests along the 34-mile Adirondack Rail Trail. Founded in 2010, ARTA has represented over 13,000 citizens, 400 businesses, and six representative governments in the effort to get this world-class all season trail to the construction stage.
What does registration include?
Registration includes:
- A scavenger hunt card to complete while exploring the Adirondack Rail Trail during the event. Cards will enter you into a drawing to win prizes.
- An event gift pack
- A free raffle ticket
What is the event schedule?
The 2026 Schedule is TBD
What is the bad weather plan?
The event will be hosted rain or shine with an indoor contingency plan for the event party in the event of severe weather.
Lodging
Our official hotel for this event is the voco Saranac Lake waterfront hotel, which offers a modern adventure in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Located on Lake Flower's Pontiac Bay, the nature-connected design, and high-level guest service focused on supporting a thoughtful stay, makes the Lodge the premier destination in the Adirondack High Peaks Region. Click this link when booking for a special discount.
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