Hudson Valley Loop

by BKClark

This figure-eight loop starts near the fairgrounds in Schagticoke, NY. A nice medium-length trip that wends its way through the foothills of the Green and Adirondack mountains, along the New York/Vermont border, then back down along the Hudson River. The beautiful countryside quickly unfolds in front of you as you head north on NY route 40. Large farms with picturesque barns and silos come in and out of view, with the mountains in the background providing the perfect canvas to paint this picture on. You’ll encounter very little traffic for long stretches as you travel past large estates, massive corn fields, and tiny roadside farm stands. The loop comes back around to the south and along the Hudson River. Be sure to stop by one of the locks on the Champlain Canal for a look at some vintage, but still highly functional machinery — lock C-7 is off of US 4 in Ft. Edward, NY. Or, take a trip through the fascinating Saratoga National Historical Park near Stillwater, NY — the site of the Battle of Saratoga, the turning point of the American War for Independence. Enjoy some of these destinations, but this journey is well worth the trip!

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Directions: From Schagticoke, NY head north on NY 40. In Middle Falls, NY, turn right on NY 29 heading east. At the end of NY 29, turn right on NY 22 heading north. In Salem, NY, turn right on East Broadway (county route 153). Continue into Vermont where county 153 becomes VT 153. At the intersection with VT 315, turn left to stay on VT 153. At the end of 153, in North Pawlet, VT, turn left on VT 30, heading north. In Granville, NY, turn left on NY 149 heading west. In Hartford, NY, turn left on county 43 heading south. In Argyle, NY, turn right on NY 197 heading west. In Fort Edward, NY, turn left on US 4 heading south, then in one mile turn left on county 46 heading south. In Fort Miller, NY, turn left on US 4 and head south for one mile. Turn left on county 77 heading east.. At the end of county 77, turn right on NY 40 heading south. In Middle Falls, NY turn right on NY 29 heading west. In about three miles, turn left on county 113 heading south. In Stillwater, NY, turn left on county 125 heading south. This takes you back to NY 40 in Schagticoke, NY and the end of the loop.

Tips: You can simplify the route by taking NY 40 south in Hartford, NY at the intersection with 149. This will take you back to the loop on NY 40 in Middle Falls — see the alternate route in the shorthand section.

Shorthand: Schagticoke, NY – NY 40[N]-> Middle Falls, NY – R-NY 29[E]-> L-NY 22[N]-> Salem, NY – R-East Brodaway(Co 153) -> L-VT 30[N]-> Granville, NY – L-NY 149[W]-> Hartford, NY – L-Co 43[S]-> Argyle, NY – R-NY 197[W]-> Fort Edward, NY – L-US 4[S]-> L-Co 46[S]-> Fort Miller, NY L-US 4[S]-> L-Co 77[E]-> R-NY 40[S]-> R-NY 29[W]-> L-Co 113[S]-> Stillwater, NY – L-Co125[S]-> Schagticoke, NY – NY 40

Alternate Route: Schagticoke, NY – NY 40[N]-> Middle Falls, NY – R-NY 29[E]-> L-NY 22[N]-> Salem, NY – R-East Brodaway(Co 153) -> L-VT 30[N]-> Granville, NY – L-NY 149[W]-> Hartford, NY – S-NY 40[S]-> R-NY 29[W]-> L-Co 113[S]-> Stillwater, NY – L-Co125[S]-> Schagticoke, NY – NY 40

Ride Details

  • Ride Type: Circular
  • Time: 2:40
  • Distance: 114 mi. (183 km)
  • Average Speed: 43.5 mph (70 km/h)
  • Road Type: US Hwy/State Routes/County Routes
  • Road Condition: 8 Smooth (a few rough sections).
  • Date Ridden: 9/5/2019
  • Maximum Elevation: 840 ft.
  • Traffic Lights: 5
  • Stop Signs: 13

Gas:
*Stewart’s – Schaghticoke, NY
*Stewart’s – Greenwich, NY
*Stewart’s – Hartford, NY
*Ethanol free gas available

Food:
Sweet Beet Bistro – Greenwich, NY
Pizza World – Salem, NY
Steiningers – Salem, NY
On the Rocks Pub – Granville, NY
Edwards Market – Granville, NY
Pine Grove Diner – Granville, NY
What’s Up Dawgs – Granville, NY
Twins Thai Food – Greenwich, NY

Lodging:
The Sunshine Inn – Greenwich,NY

Camping:
Lake Lauderdale Campground – Shushan, NY
Adventure Bound Camping – Schaghticoke, NY

Repair Shops:
AMK Motorsports (auto repair) – Melrose, NY
Bain’s Automotive (auto repair) – Salem, NY

Attractions:
Champlain Canal
Saratoga National Historical Park
Victory View Vineyards – Schaghticoke, NY
Cary Hill Sculpture Park – Salem, NY
Slate Valley Museum – Granville, NY
Dionondahowa Falls – Middle falls, NY

Connections:
Saratoga Lake
Saratoga Battlefield Loop