Trail Map of Avalanche Lake Via Adirondack Loj and Heart Lake

This is a wonderful hike into a beautiful cliff-lined alpine lake deep in the heart of the Adirondack High Peaks Region

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Avalanche Lake Via Adirondack Loj and Heart Lake
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Moderate: 9.5 miles, Full day
Other Information: Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
 
Overview: This is a wonderful hike from Adirondack Loj to Avalanche Lake in between Mt. Colden and Algonquin. You'll climb along ladders and bridges bolted directly to the cliff walls around the lake. The views up the slides and trapdike towards the top of Colden are incredible.

Tips: Heart Lake Adirondack Loj Trailhead:
From Exit 30 take Route 73 towards Lake Placid for 26.5 miles. Take a left onto Adirondack Loj Road and continue 5 miles to the Loj and the parking area. There is a $10 fee to park here for the day.
Adirondack Loj Hear Lake Trailhead
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Marcy Dam
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MacIntyre Range Junction
Junction
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Lake Arnold Trail
Junction
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Avalanche Lake
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Trapdike
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