Plattsburgh NY's War of 1812 Bike Trail

Explore history in a unique way on the Adirondack Coast by biking through 19 historic sites that were involved in the War of 1812 and the Battle of Plattsburgh. To make the loop shorter, take a right out of The Kent-Delord House Museum, which will reduce the route to 10.61 miles. Enjoy the sights of Lake Champlain throughout the ride and grab a bit at one of the restaurants along the way!

Key Information

Low elevation, road riding, History, Great views

Terrain:

Paved Road

This bike ride contains:

Easy Riding, Bike Path , Road Riding

Things to see along the way:

Macdonough Farm

Fort Izard

The Kent-Delord House Museum

Macdonough Monument City of Plattsburgh - Confiance Anchor

British Hospital

Riverside Cemetery

South Catherine Street Bridge

Pike's Cantonment

Fort Brown

Fort Moreau

Fort Scott

Old Base Overlook

Old Post Cemetery

War of 1812 Museum

Clinton County Historical Association

Blockhouse

Aiken's Volunteers

Distance:

22.4 Miles

Average Time:

1.5-3 hrs.

Elevation:

469 ft

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PO Box 310 |  7061 Route 9 | Plattsburgh, NY 12901 USA