Black River Trail:
New York
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Description:
This abandoned section of NY Central railroad was a busy route at the turn of the century. Numerous businesses sprung up all along the Black River which used its power;much of which was the paper mills. The scenic Black River courses through various dams and old mill structures. At the trails east end on Poors Island there are several old remains, one of which Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. turned into a covered picnic stop.
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Parking & Trail Access:
From State Street in Watertown, turn onto Route 3 or Eastern Blvd., travel 3/5 of a mile to first right turn, just before you go over the bridge. Then travel one mile over Huntington or Ridge Road to parking lot. After traveling over the rail/trail about 3 1/2 miles to another parking lot, head east along Rt. 3 about 300 feet to W. Remington, travel 2/5 of a mile to S. Main, take a left, go about 300 feet to bottom of hill and take St. Regis St. on the right, to a public parking lot owned now by Brookfield Power. Look for a woods trail or a driveway which takes you 1/2 mile to opposite end of Poors Island. A covered picnic area is just beyond gate

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Reviews: [1 trail ratings]
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Black River Trail
By jaxterh in February, 2011
This is good to know about. I'm up in Watertown twice a year and didn't know this existed. I'll check it out in May while I'm there and give a review. Sound like a great trail.
D. Larrabee 2/9/11
By evad in February, 2011
The trail is now completed, being paved between both parking lots. It's nice to see so many people who would not have left their home if it were not for this great trail. Those with dogs have done and excellent job being sure their pet doesn't deposit their waste on the trail. Good for all seasons!!
A well used, well loved trail.
By RussNelson in October, 2008
You can tell from the number of people on this trail that it is well loved. Paved most of the way, with the State planning to finish the paving this year, it's a great trail for any off-road use that requires a hard surface.

My ride notes: http://blog.russnelson.com/bicycling/1162393115.html
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Trail Facts
Trail End Points: Ridge Road, Watertown to NY Route 3, Rutland (Village of Black River)
Counties: Jefferson
Trail Length: 3.5 miles
Trail Category: Rail-Trail
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Walking, Cross Country Skiing
TrailLink ID: 6032227

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