Article written and pictures taken by Linda Grace
Publicity Clerk-Old Forge Visitor Center
From Rondaxe Road to
North Street Bridge:
The Moose River winds through beautiful wild areas, giving
the paddler a true wilderness experience and a chance to see some wildlife.
There are a number of small beach-like areas that offer nice rest stop and
picnic opportunities.
How to get there:
From Old Forge Visitor Information Center, follow Route 28N
about 4.5 miles to Rondaxe Road on the left. Follow Rondaxe Road about 1.5
miles, and bear right onto Carter Road.
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| Sign for Carter Road |
Carter Road is a gravel road. Follow Carter Road about ½ mile, past the sand
pit on the right to the bridge which flows over the river. Put in on the far
side of the bridge. There is a pull off parking on the right.
A little about the paddling route:
The paddle route
heads south from Rondaxe Road Bridge to North Street Bridge, approximately four
miles. It could easily be made into a full day trip by continuing down the
river and ending at one of the two local canoe/kayak outfitters (Mountainman
Outdoor Supply Company and Tickner’s Moose River Paddling Trails). The longer
trip requires a short carry (approx. 300 yards) around some rapids (more about the longer trip in an upcoming blog).
This enjoyable, easy paddle runs with the current and the
paddler is held in continuous suspense waiting to see the changing landscape
around each of a multitude of bends. Less than a mile downstream, the river
flows under a steel footbridge. Some
wildlife may be seen on this trip. On my outing, I saw a Great Blue Heron fly
over. As for any wilderness trip, good
planning is advised. For this trip, two cars are needed or help from our local
canoe and kayak outfitters to get you to your starting points. For local
outfitters, please scroll down.
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| Rondaxe Bridge |
Distances:
From Rondaxe
Bridge to North St. Bridge:
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Approximately four miles.
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A family with small children should plan for at
least four hours.
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All other paddlers should plan for at least
three hours.
Local Outfitters:
Tickner’s
Moose River Paddling Trails
113 Riverside Lane, Box 267
Old Forge, NY 13420
315-369-6286
Mountainman
Outdoor Supply Company
2855 State Rt. 28
Old Forge, NY 13420
315-369-2300
Frisky
Otter Tours
On the grounds of The Woods Inn
148 State Route 28
Inlet, NY
315-357-3444
