2027 SNOWMOBILE VACATION GUIDE ADVERTISING SECTION
ST. LAWRENCE, NEW YORK
The county at the top of the Empire State is also top-notch when it comes to snowmobiling. More than 700 miles of family-friendly, meticulously groomed snowmobile trails are waiting to be discovered on New York’ s northern border, stretching from the St. Lawrence River to the foothills of the Adirondacks. Low trail traffic and some of the best-groomed trails in the East have earned St. Lawrence County the recognition of being ranked as one of the best five places to ride in New York by Snow Goer magazine.
Multiple trailheads, restaurants, warming huts, free use of BBQ grills, and scenic overlooks make this destination one to book for a unique experience. Heading south from the St. Lawrence River Valley through open farm fields, rolling hills, and snow-covered pines, you climb into the pristine Adirondack Mountain backcountry.
No county has a greater variety of terrain, scenery, and destinations than St. Lawrence. Sprawling landscapes, rural hamlets, and friendly people make it ideal for snowmobiling.
The southern portion, located in the beautiful, snow-saving Adirondacks, offers an extended season, with hills, vistas from Little Blue, the historical Benson Mines, and a gateway to miles of NYS trails. Conveniently located between Watertown, Lake Placid, and Plattsburgh, the area’ s extensive trail system appeals to weekend adventurers and also provides connections to extended trail riding into surrounding networks.
The county’ s eastern trail system connects to Franklin County, destinations like Tupper Lake, Saranac Lake, the Akwesasne Mohawk Casino, and Canada. The county’ s west connects to Lewis County and Tug Hill, while the southern end connects to Hamilton County, Long Lake, and Old Forge.
Getting out on St. Lawrence County trails is easy. Parking and access points are located in and around the small hamlets along with the trail system and are clearly marked on the trail map( free by request at VisitSTLC. com), as are services such as gas, food, and lodging. An interactive map on STLCtrails. com lets you plan your ride with ease, and the NYSSA website map includes details and connections.
Trails, many of them former railroad beds and logging roads, are groomed and maintained by 10 dedicated snowmobile clubs. Trails are open thanks to the generosity of more than 500 private landowners, state easements, timber companies, and forest preserves. Incredible signage and respectful riders have helped to keep the trail system the destination it is today.
Enjoy the best New York has to offer in St. Lawrence County. Plan your trip at VisitSTLC. com.
34 DECEMBER 2026 | SNOWGOER. COM