Get out into some of the besting birding and hiking in the Adirondacks on the old Uncas Road, also called the Uncas Trail.
Key takeaways
- Distance: 3.5 miles one way
- Elevation gain: 450 feet
- Hike includes trail junctions
Hiking Uncas Road (Uncas Trail)
This is an easy trail to follow that goes through mud, rocks, and over fallen logs. Follow the main road through Eighth Lake State Campground. Continue straight along the wide trail where the road takes a left and you will soon pass over a bridge. At the first fork, turn left; right is a spur trail to Eagle’s Nest Lake.
At 2.7 miles there's a trail junction for Black Bear Mountain. Follow the signs to Uncas Road at 3.5 miles, which is also known as Brown’s Tract Road. From here, long loop options are possible.
Birding
Expect to see Ruffed Grouse, Black-capped Chickadees and Golden-crowned Kinglets along the trail. Also spotted are Ruby-crowned Kinglet, Hairy and Black-backed Woodpeckers, and Barred Owl.
Uncas Road/Trail in the winter
During the winter this trail is snowmobile access only and not recommended for ski or snowshoe travel.
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How to get there
From downtown Inlet drive 5 miles northeast to the Eighth Lake State Campground on the left. A day use fee is required.
