Discover Yellow Lake Trail

Two short hikes through rolling woods lead to the secluded banks of the Oswegatchie River and scenic clifftop views over Yellow Lake.
TRAIL ACTIVITY
LENGTH
2.50 miles, Network
DIFFICULTY
Easy, Moderate
TOWN
Gouverneur
SURFACE
Dirt/Forest Floor, Grass
PETS
Permitted
FEES
No

Description

The Yellow Lake Overlook Trail (red markers) begins at the bridge on Chisholm Road, crosses a small field, and then leads northward 1.4 miles through a mixed forest of northern hardwoods and red oak. This trail follows dirt roadbeds and narrow forest paths. The trail ends at two scenic overlooks atop steep cliffs on the southeast shore of Yellow Lake.

An unmaintained foot trail departs the Overlook Trail, continuing past the turn to the second overlook. This primitive trail travels just over 0.5 miles to the edge of an open wetland where it ends.

A third trail, the River Access Trail, departs the parking area and follows an unpaved woods road for a little under 0.5 miles to a secluded spot on the banks of the Oswegatchie River.

Other Information

These trails are part of the Yellow Lake State Forest and are managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Yellow Lake State Forest is a 751-acre public forest sandwiched between Yellow Lake and the Oswegatchie River.

Trail Manager

For more information, please visit the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation online, or contact:

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Potsdam Sub-Office

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Potsdam Sub-Office
190 Outer Main Street - Suite 103
Potsdam, NY 13676
Phone: 315-265-3090
information.r6@dec.ny.gov
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Trail Tips

Keep Wildlife Wild
Do not feed, follow, approach, or otherwise harass wild animals. Doing so may alter their natural behaviors. Store your food and trash securely and keep your camp tidy to prevent unwanted animal guests.
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