Glenfield and Western Railroad Corridor

Total Miles 11.3
Technical Rating
3 Easy
Best Time Spring, Fall, Summer
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This track follows along the old logging railroad line through the heart of Tughill forest land. Along this route, you will see abundant wildlife, swamps, deep forests, and cold water streams and brooks. The route starts at Tabolt Corners and goes on for roughly 10 miles with varying trail conditions. Starts as gravel and gradually deteriorates to a mostly rock and dirt track with large water holes. This is a snowmobile trail in the winter. ABSOLUTELY NO ATVS OR SXS USE ON THIS CORRIDOR. This area is patrolled aggressively, so stick to the rules. Please pack out what you bring and keep the area as pristine as you found it.

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Difficulty

Recommended to air down at the start of the trail for comfort. Trail conditions deteriorate the further you go. Expect large water holes and large loose rocks in the trail.

History

The Glenfield and Western Railroad, a single track, standard gauge road connects with the Utica line of the Rome,. The Watertown and Ogdensburg railroad (operated by the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad Company) at Glenfield extends in a westerly direction to a large timber tract located in the townships of Osceola and Montague, Lewis County, a distance of approximately 13 miles. The line was begun in 1901, and the rails were taken up in 1931.

Technical Rating

3

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Justin Evon
Apr 18, 2026
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Decent ride from Alger to corrigan hill rd tabolt rd had had some slush and hard pack and deep ruts leading in required 4lo few spots but great ride !
Eric Marsden
Apr 09, 2026
Open
Some slush and ice underneath that. Trail is open but bring recovery gear if you are alone.

Glenfield and Western Railroad Corridor Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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