Wilmington Notch

  • Route 86, Lake Placid

This stretch of road along Route 86 between Lake Placid and Wilmington follows the Ausable River for most of its length. There are tumbling rapids and towering mountains. Abundant pull-offs for picnicking and picture taking. This is a classic cycling tour and is part of the Ironman route.

Distance

25 miles round trip

Cycling

There is some traffic and the road has narrow shoulders. Please take care. There are services in Lake Placid and Wilmington.