Olympic Byway — Wilmington Notch (NY-86)
New York State Route 86 forms the spine of the Olympic Trail Scenic Byway, a 33-mile corridor from Keeseville southwest to Lake Placid through Wilmington Notch — a tight river gorge on the West Branch Ausable River that's a noted fly-fishing destination. The road passes through Wilmington (gateway to NY-431/Whiteface) and enters Lake Placid, twice host of the Winter Olympics (1932, 1980). From Lake Placid, NY-73 branches southeast through Keene Valley toward the High Peaks, adding a high-elevation mountain pass segment popular with sport-touring riders.
What you'll hit along the way.
Rider-verified stops, overlooks, fuel, and the corners worth knowing about — in the order you'll meet them.
Lake Placid (town)
Historic Olympic host town with shops, dining, and services at the route's eastern end.
Downtown Diner
A classic diner in Lake Placid offering a straightforward sit-down meal before or after the ride.
Origin Coffee Co.
A local coffee shop in Saranac Lake, good for a mid-route break.
Saranac Lake (town)
Walkable Adirondack town with food, fuel options, and a relaxed stop near the route's western end.
Harrietstown (town)
Small community marking the western terminus of the byway near Saranac Lake.
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