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ADK Recreation Interactive Trail Map and Trip Planner

Bug Lake

Scenic and Destination Hikes Central Adirondack Association Region

Trail Head:
Eighth Lake Campground, off State Rt 28

Length: under 3 miles round trip

Difficulty: Easy

Activities: hiking



ADKTrailMap.com map of Bug Lake hiking trail in the Adirondack Mountains ADKTrailMap.com map of Bug Lake hiking trail in the Adirondack Mountains Static Trail Map
ADKTrailMap.com elevation profile of Bug Lake hiking trail in the Adirondack Mountains ADKTrailMap.com elevation profile of Bug Lake hiking trail in the Adirondack Mountains Elevation Profile

Heading north on State Rt 28 from Inlet, toward Blue Mt. Lake, drive 5 miles to Eighth Lake Campground on the left. Trail takes you to both Bug Lake and Eagle’s Nest Pond.
Look for ski trail markers to continue to Black Bear Mountain (becomes a moderate trail closer to peak).