How far is Lake Pleasant, NY from Raquette Lake, NY?
The driving distance from Lake Pleasant, NY to Raquette Lake, NY is about 52 miles (83.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Town in Hamilton County, New York, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Pleasant and Raquette Lake.
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Start on State Highway 8
3.4 mi · 6 min · State Highway 8
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Turn left onto Adirondack Trail
23.9 mi · 33 min · Adirondack Trail
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · Main Street
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Continue on Adirondack Trail
1741 ft · 27 sec · Adirondack Trail
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Continue on Adirondack Trail
9.1 mi · 13 min · Adirondack Trail
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At the end of the road, turn left onto State Route 28
13.1 mi · 19 min · State Route 28
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Turn right onto County Road 2
1924 ft · 1 min · County Road 2
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 2
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Pleasant and Raquette Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Adirondack Trail
Turn left onto Adirondack Trail
23.9 mi · 00h 33m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Pleasant to Raquette Lake?
The road trip is about 52 miles (83.7 km) and usually takes 01h 15m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Indian Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26 miles from Lake Pleasant and 26 miles from Raquette Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.38 one way or $14.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain And Snow Showers around Lake Pleasant and Snow Showers near Raquette Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Indian Lake
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Pleasant and Raquette Lake. Straight-line distance: 26.63 mi (42.85 km).
#1 Lake Pleasant
Human settlement in Hamilton County, New York, United States of America
| Population | 710 |
| Coordinates | 43.4709000, -74.4126500 |
| Altitude | 544 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Raquette Lake
Raquette Lake is a place in New York, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.8131200, -74.6573900 |
| Altitude | 538 |
| Country | United States |
End: Raquette Lake (-74.65739, 43.81312)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.01 | $7.38 | $14.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.48 | $8.25 | $16.49 |
| Premium | $4.86 | $8.94 | $17.89 |
| Diesel | $4.69 | $8.64 | $17.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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