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Lake James – Lake James loop from Cabin at Paddy's Creek

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Lake James – Lake James loop from Cabin at Paddy's Creek

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81

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Lake James – Lake James loop from Cabin at Paddy's Creek

02:04

38.5km

420m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

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Lake James State Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Hostel

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1

7.14 km

Lake James

Highlight • Lake

This lake offers a ton of different water activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, and paddling, with trails around the lake for biking. There's even a nice beach area you can access to take a break and enjoy the water.

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12.8 km

View of Lake James from North Powerhouse Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The North Powerhouse Road runs along the southeastern edge of Lake James, with incredible views across the water. The reservoir was created between 1916 and 1923 in order to generate hydroelectric power.

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3

26.3 km

Lake James

Highlight • Lake

This lake offers a ton of different water activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, and paddling, with trails around the lake for biking. There's even a nice beach area you can access to take a break and enjoy the water.

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38.5 km

End point

Hostel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.2 km

12.4 km

Surfaces

27.3 km

10.4 km

859 m

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

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