Lake George Wild Forest - Bear Slide - DEC

Lake Luzerne, NY 12846

From Exit 21 (Lake George) of I-87 take Route 9N west towards Lake Luzerne for approximately 9.7 miles. At 9.7 miles turn right onto Mill Street, this is the first right after passing the Lake Luzerne Elementary School. Take Mill Street to its end at the intersection with River Road, turn right onto River Road. Stay on River Road for approximately 6.8 miles. At 6.8 miles there is a large parking area at the town line between Lake Luzerne and Warrensburg. At the north end of the parking area take the road to the right, there is a gate at .1 mile past the parking area, the combination is available to MAPPWD permit holders. Only MAPPWD permit holders may proceed past the gate with a motor vehicle. Continue on the Bear Slide Access Route for .3 mile to a designated campsite, the privy at this site is the last one available on this route. Continue on the Bear Slide Access Route for an additional .3 mile to the parking area and accessible trail to the Bear Slide.