Shelving Rock Road

Total Miles 7.6
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Shelving Rock Road starts at the Sly Pond Road and takes you to several primitive campsites, trailheads that lead to breathtaking waterfalls, and Lake George in the Lake George Wild Forest in the eastern part of Adirondack Park. It is a gravel forestry road with some soft sand spots that can turn into mud holes after heavy rain. The road is not always wide enough for two vehicles to pass. 4WD and High-Clearance are recommended, especially during Winter. All vehicles must be street legal. Adirondack Park is the largest publicly protected area in the contiguous United States. More than 6 million acres, 3,000 lakes, 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, 2,000 miles of hiking trails, and endless dirt roads offering unforgettable recreational adventures. There's no entrance fee to get into the park.

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Difficulty

This is an easy, non-technical trail unless after heavy rain or during winter.

History

When Adirondack Park was created in 1892 by the State of New York, this diverse mountain landscape was a wild place. Full of pristine waterways, boreal forests, and towering mountains.

Technical Rating

2

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Bossman Jack
Nov 08, 2025
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Dry road, lots of leaves and people today. Definitely a great day trip
Mike Galbavy
Aug 20, 2025
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Rainy am conditions with clean trail conditions. Easy ride on the trail. Minor to no mud on trails.

Shelving Rock Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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