Moose River Plains

Total Miles 4.7
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This is the entrance trail to Moose River Plains, which consists of miles of easily accessible smooth dirt and gravel trails with lots of amazing scenery, wildlife, and primitive camping spots along the way. This first segment is an easy ride through the natural beauty of the Adirondack State Park. It has some gradual elevation changes both up and down that provide some decent views through the trees in some parts. As you travel through you will be surrounded by the sight and smell of lush pines and you will run along a stream for a segment of the trail. This area is especially beautiful in the peak season of fall and is a great place to go for a drive or camp to see the vivid orange and reds of the fall season. Some important things to note: this can be driven by just about any type of vehicle, but low-clearance vehicles should note the possibility of protruding rocks from the ground that may be hard to see. Cell reception is also not available along this route. No permit is required, but sign-in is encouraged especially if staying overnight. No motorcycles or ATVs are permitted. Read all signage and respect rules and wildlife. Don't litter.

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Difficulty

There is loose and hard-packed dirt with no washboarding, as well as gravel sections and spots for mud and shallow water to collect. It's very easy to follow trail.

Technical Rating

2

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benson bachert
Jun 21, 2026
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More rough here than when you get in near the campsites. Fun drive
Mateusz Lenart
Apr 15, 2026
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Vinnie vin
Aug 30, 2025
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Hard pack with few ruts, Alot of ppl though considering it is labor day weekend. only found a few open spots to camp mostly close to the road.
Traci Gates
Jul 19, 2025
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Trail wide open no obstacles
Justin Elkin
Mar 15, 2024
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This is a seasonal road open only to snowmobile traffic when there is enough snow for it in the winter. If it is winter and there is not enough snow for snowmobiles, the gate will be closed and locked. Due to spring runoff and the road being washed away and too soft, the road remains closed until late May. Recommend calling the Town of Inlet to check road closure status.

Moose River Plains Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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