Hiking, paddling, golf, skiing, fishing, climbing, scenic drives.
★ FeaturedFloatplane operation out of Seventh Lake in Inlet, running scenic flights and fly-in trips for anglers, hunters, and campers heading into otherwise unreachable parts of the central Adirondacks.
★ FeaturedA new family-run marina and boat dealership on Houseman Street in Mayfield on the Great Sacandaga, opened in 2024 by a family with 40-plus years of boating experience.
Editor's PickA Finnish-themed Nordic ski center on Lapland Lake Road in Northville, with groomed cross-country trails, rental shop, lessons, and on-site tupa lodging cottages. Nine miles from Great Sacandaga Lake.
Editor's PickThe venue for cross-country skiing and biathlon at the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics offers 50 km of groomed trails across competition-grade terrain and beginner-friendly loops.
Editor's PickOlympic resort with 3,430 feet of vertical drop, 90 trails across diverse terrain, 100% snowmaking coverage, and the East's most challenging expert skiing.
Editor's PickNew York's largest ski area, run by ORDA at North Creek. Four peaks, 100+ trails, 2,537 feet of vertical, a high-speed gondola, and reliable snowmaking from December into April.
Editor's PickFamily-friendly alpine ski area at Old Forge with classic Adirondack-village skiing — chairlift to the summit and views of the Fulton Chain.
Justy-Joe Fishing Charters offers guided fishing excursions on Lake George and Lake Champlain, specializing in lake trout, salmon, and bass aboard a fleet of three fully equipped boats.
Station Street trailhead in Lake Placid for the Adirondack Rail Trail, a 34-mile multi-use path running west to Tupper Lake via Saranac Lake. Walk, bike, snowmobile in winter. Year-round.
A member-owned yacht club on Lake George in Cleverdale, in business since 1983, with 270 seasonal slips, a gas dock and pump-out, and on-site service.
La Vida Adirondack Expeditions offers guided outdoor adventures and leadership programs for teens, fostering growth and connection amidst the park's rugged beauty.
A long-running marina at the south end of Lake George in Bolton Landing, with a new launch ramp, 50-plus seasonal slips, dry summer and off-season storage, and three acres of trailer parking.
Full-day guided whitewater on the Hudson River Gorge from a base on Route 30 in Indian Lake. Trips run on dam-release days, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday, with a 9 a.m. start.
Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters, located in Saranac Lake, NY, offers canoe, kayak, and SUP sales, rentals, and trip planning, helping adventurers explore the Adirondack waterways and trails.
Adirondack Mountain Sports provides snowmobile rentals from their Old Forge location at 121 Forge St, near the train station. Rentals are available daily, with a two-day minimum on weekends for Friday-Sunday rates.
The Adirondack Rail Trail is a 34-mile multipurpose trail extending from Lake Placid to Tupper Lake, offering year-round recreation for all ages and abilities. It provides opportunities for healthy exercise, enjoying nature, and exploring…
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Adirondack Woodcraft Camp is an established overnight summer camp for boys and girls aged 6-17, located in Old Forge, New York. It offers a traditional camp experience with a focus on outdoor leadership and wilderness skills.
Amy's Park is a 500-acre preserve in Bolton featuring over 6 miles of trails winding around beaver ponds and leading to scenic views. Trails range from easy to challenging, with mostly flat terrain and gentle climbs, suitable for hiking, b…
Auger Falls Trailhead provides access to the Siamese Ponds Wilderness, a 114,010-acre area in the Adirondack Forest Preserve known for its mountains and waters. Popular activities include hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting.
The Ausable Club is a private organization situated in the Adirondack Mountain Reserve at 137 Ausable Rd, St. Huberts, NY.
Baker Mountain Trailhead offers a short but steep 0.9-mile hike with 900 feet of elevation gain, leading to rewarding views of the High Peaks region just outside Saranac Lake.
Baxter Mountain is a family-friendly summit in the Keene Valley corridor, offering big views after a short, rewarding 2.4-mile round-trip climb with an 800-foot vertical ascent to its 2,428-foot peak.
Big Crow Mountain is a hiking trail in Keene, NY, known for its quick but steep ascent that offers excellent views of Hurricane Mountain and 28 high peaks. It is also part of the Lake Placid 9er Hiking Challenge.
Bird's Boat Livery is a boat dealer located at 179 NY-28, Raquette Lake, NY 13436.
Bird's Marine provides marine sales, service, and storage in the Adirondacks, featuring new and used boats, motors, gear, trailers, and parts. They are open seven days a week from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Bloomingdale Bog Trail spans 16 from Lake Kushaqua to State Route 86/Harrietstown Rd. (Lake Colby). View amenities, descriptions, reviews, photos, itineraries, and directions on TrailLink.
The Bloomingdale Bog Trail is a 16-mile rail-trail located in the Adirondack Forest Preserve, popular with mountain bikers and hikers. Its surface consists of dirt, gravel, and sand, with a southern segment that passes through a bog.
Trail to the Blue Mountain summit fire tower, 4 miles round trip and 1,560 feet of ascent, off Route 30 in Blue Mountain Lake. One of the better fire tower hikes in the central Adirondacks.
Blue Mountain Lake Boat Livery offers a wide range of boat rentals, including outboards, pontoons, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. They also provide scenic boat tours on vintage wooden launches and facilitate access to island camping on…
The Route 28N parking and trailhead for Blue Mountain, 4 miles round trip to the 3,759-foot summit fire tower. The Adirondack Experience museum sits at the base of the mountain.
Bolton Landing Marina is a private, family-oriented marina in downtown Bolton Landing, NY, offering dry stack storage, a forklift launching system, a private launching ramp, and a public gas dock. Members enjoy a clubhouse with recreationa…
One of the oldest single-family-owned boys' summer camps in the country, on Brant Lake since 1916. Ages 7 to 15, divided into Junior, Intermediate, and Senior mini-camps. Sports-focused with full waterfront.
Brant Lake Dance Camp is now Brant Lake Sports Academy, one of the premier all-girls sports camps in the USA! Brant Lake Sports Academy for Girls is located at Brant Lake Camp in the Adirondacks of upstate New York.
The single marina on Brant Lake, on Palisades Road, doing boat sales, pontoon and fishing-boat rentals, seasonal and transient slips, dry storage, on-site fueling, and power sports service. Retail store and cafe on site.
Discover Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. Bridgeview Harbour Marina in Port Henry, NY offers camping, as well as moorings, slips, storage, and service to recreational and commercial boaters in Port Henry, NY. Visit our online store for…
The Town of Long Lake in collaboration with Hamilton County, NY is excited to announce the opening of the Buck Mountain Fire Tower located in Long Lake, NY. This 1.2 mile (one-way) hike with 500 feet in elevation gain is located on 484 So…
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Camp Cherokee - Seventh Day Adventist Camp | Adirondacks, NY A beautiful Christian camp for kids, families and retreats. Discover God in nature at Cherokee.
Camp Fowler is an Adirondack camp in Lake Pleasant, NY, offering summer programs for children and families, spiritual retreats, and facilities for events and cabin rentals.
Camp Guggenheim is a weekly summer camp for young people aged 12 to 18, organized by the Diocesan Youth Department. It is hosted at the Guggenheim Center, a 130-acre property on Lower Saranac Lake that also accommodates Family Guggenheim w…
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Camp-of-the-Woods is a Christian camp and conference center offering summer vacation programs, retreats, and year-round discipleship initiatives. It provides a variety of activities and spiritual growth opportunities for individuals, famil…
Cascade Mountain is a popular hiking trail in the Adirondacks, featuring a 4.8-mile out-and-back route to a 4098-foot summit with 1940 feet of elevation gain.
Castle Rock is a 2,480ft peak offering a rewarding hike in the Adirondacks. The trailhead and parking area are found at the end of Maple Lodge Road, near the Minnowbrook Conference Center in Blue Mountain Lake, NY.
Chic's Marina is a Lake George marina located just North of the Village, offering boat rentals, sales, jet skis, watersports, service, storage, and lodging. They have served the area for over 50 years.
The Cloudsplitter Gondola Ride is a fifteen-minute journey from the base of Whiteface Mountain to the peak of Little Whiteface. It offers views of the Adirondack Mountain range.
Craig Wood Golf & Country Club is a par 72 golf course in Lake Placid, New York, offering a 6,554-yard course, practice facility, pro shop, and a restaurant. It hosts tournaments and events, and is owned by the Town of North Elba.
Cranberry Cove Marina offers dock rentals with personal picnic areas, boat storage, winterization, and engine repairs. Amenities include shore power, showers, a kitchen area, and a boat launch.
Deerfoot Lodge is a wilderness experience camp for boys, established in 1930, that fosters spiritual growth and character development. It challenges campers to go beyond their limits through outdoor adventures, encouraging faith and person…
Double H Ranch is an Adirondack camp providing free year-round programs and support for children and families with chronic and serious illnesses. Co-founded by Charles R. Wood and Paul Newman, it offers summer camp, adaptive winter sports,…
A private marina on Lake George's east shore at the intersection of Bay Road and Route 9L, offering 24-hour boat launch, seasonal docks, and dry docking. It features the lake's only on-site invasive species inspection station at a private…
Eagle Island Camp is a girls' overnight and day camp in the Adirondacks, offering classic Adirondack adventures where campers explore, create, and grow.
East Jimmy Creek Falls is a hiking destination in the Adirondacks offering a scenic waterfall experience.
Edinburg Marina & Powersports is a year-round, full-service marina and authorized Yamaha dealership on Great Sacandaga Lake, offering sales of Yamaha outboards, watercraft, Montego Bay pontoon boats, and trailers, plus service, rentals, do…
Emerald Springs Adirondack Ranch and Animal Reserve offers horseback trail rides, lessons, and boarding near Lake Placid and Saranac Lake, NY. They also provide Adirondack horse-drawn sleigh rides during the winter season.
Emerald Springs Adirondack Ranch and Animal Reserve, operating since 1973, offers horseback trail rides, lessons, and boarding near Lake Placid and Saranac Lake. They also provide vacation rentals for an Adirondack stay.
A family-run marina on Sagamore Road in Bolton Landing, doing boat sales, rentals, gas, winterization, and service on Lake George since 1921.
Farmhouse Snowmobiling and Go Karts offers guided snowmobiling, side-by-side (UTV), and go-kart tours from a prime trailhead location in Gabriels, near Lake Placid, NY. Explore diverse Adirondack trails with experienced local guides, suita…
Fischer's Marina offers summer dockage, valet launch, fuel, pump out, maintenance services, and a marine store. They also provide off-season storage and winterization.
Fowler's Crossing Trailhead & Parking provides access to the 34-mile Adirondack Rail Trail, a multipurpose route connecting Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and Tupper Lake. This year-round trail offers recreation for all ages and abilities.
Hall's Boat Corp. offers boat docking, restoration, storage, and lodging services on Lake George, established in 1928. They also feature a boat club for owners and provide access to live webcams.
Trailhead parking on NY 86 in Lake Placid for the hike up the lower Haystack Mountain. A short, rocky climb offers summit views of the McKenzie Range and High Peaks.
Heaven Hill Trails is a 5-mile+ trail system maintained by the Henry Uihlein II and Mildred A. Uihlein Foundation. These shared trails are open to the public for walking, skiing, mountain biking, and snowshoeing.
Long-running seaplane charter at 1389 Tupper Rd in Long Lake — 20-minute scenic flights over the central Adirondacks, plus fly-in fishing, hunting, and camping trips. Walk-in welcome; scenic season July through August.
Hidden Lake Camp is a property managed by the Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, available for summer camp programs and property rentals.
Huletts Landing Marina offers boat launch services, marine gasoline, and a market specializing in local food, beer growler fills, and goods on Lake George.
A marina on Lakeshore Drive in Sabael renting pontoons, kayaks, and paddleboards on Indian Lake, with shuttle and planning support for boat-access campsites, hiking, and picnic spots.
The town beach on Chain Lakes Road in Indian Lake, with a sandy swim area, picnic spots, and views of Indian Lake. Summer-only swim season; lifeguard hours vary by year.
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The James C. Frenette Sr. Recreational Trails are a groomed cross-country ski center located at the Tupper Lake Golf Club. In winter, the golf course transforms to offer extensive ski trails.
Jimmy's Peak is a historic mountain in the Warrensburg/Thurman area, named after settler James Cameron. Its official naming in 2013, which omitted the apostrophe, garnered international attention and a mention in the Wall Street Journal.
Lake Clear Beach is a popular spot for summer swimming, known for its gentle grade which allows visitors to wade out quite far or relax in the sand.
Lake Clear Camp is a property managed by Girl Scouts of Northeastern New York, offering summer camp programs and property rentals for troops and families.
Quaint public beach with swimming, lifeguards & picnicking, plus showers, a bath house & restrooms.
Kayak, paddleboard, and paddle boat rentals from Shore Meadows Lodge on Lake Avenue in Lake George Village, in the 5 mph zone at the head of the lake. Daily 9 to 4:30, seasonal from May.
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Loch Muller Trailhead Parking provides access to the southern end of the Hoffman Notch Trail, a scenic route through the Hoffman Notch Wilderness Area near Schroon Lake, New York.
Long Lake Camp Adventures is a sleepaway summer camp in New York's Adirondack Park for kids ages 7-16. It offers diverse outdoor adventures, including horseback riding, ATV trails, waterfront activities, and unique programs like automotive…
A summer sleepaway arts camp on Long Lake offering theater, music, dance, film, circus, rock bands, visual arts, sports, and waterfront, with a choose-your-program structure.
The Long Lake Fish & Game Club, established in the 1930s, operates a shooting range in Long Lake, NY. It hosts events like 100 Bird Shoots, Bullseye matches, and the Black Bear Championship, alongside NRA pistol classes and fishing derbies.
21 trails for all levels of skiers at this family mountain with a scenic lift open in summer & fall.
The Lake Placid Public Beach is a sandy beach located in downtown Lake Placid on the south end of Mirror Lake. It features a pier, a launch site for canoes and kayaks, a changing facility, tennis courts, and a playground.
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Mt. Sabattis Recreation Area offers over 4.3km (2.67mi) of trails for hiking and other activities within the Long Lake and Raquette Lake region.
Mt. Van Hoevenberg is a Lake Placid Legacy Site that hosted the 1932 and 1980 Winter Games. It offers a wide range of recreational activities, including cross-country skiing, biathlon, mountain biking, hiking, a Cliffside Coaster, and the…
Oak Mountain is an Adirondack resort offering winter activities like skiing, snowboarding, and tubing, alongside warmer weather options such as mountain biking, hiking, and event hosting. It has been a community and adventure destination s…
An easy 1.7-mile loop trail near Crown Point on the east side of the Adirondacks, on Peasley Road by the Penfield Museum, with a brook crossing and Penfield Pond shoreline.
Owls Head Fire Tower offers a family-friendly day hike in the Long Lake area, providing a less crowded alternative to Blue Mountain Fire Tower for those completing the fire tower challenge.
Trailhead parking on Tupper Lake Highway (Route 30) for Panther Mountain, a short and steep climb to a summit overlook of Panther Pond and the surrounding range.
The 46,283-acre Pharaoh Lake Wilderness is part of the Adirondack Forest Preserve. The wilderness contains an abundance of lakes and ponds, especially in the northern portion.
A Christian Camp, located on Brant Lake, NY, founded in 1946
A full-service Lake George marina and powersports dealer on Pilot Knob Road in Fort Ann, selling Chaparral, Harris Pontoons, Robalo, Fliteboards, ATVs, and snowmobiles. Service department on site.
Pitchoff Mountain is a popular and well-traveled hiking trail near Lake Placid, known for being a fan favorite and part of the Lake Placid 9er Hiking Challenge.
Pitchoff Mountain and Balanced Rocks offer a well-traveled hiking trail in Lake Placid, popular with visitors. Pitchoff Mountain is also included as part of the Lake Placid 9er Hiking Challenge.
Placid Boat Rentals offers motorboat and paddle craft rentals in Lake Placid, New York. They provide easy access to both Lake Placid and Mirror Lake for diverse on-the-water adventures.
Point O'Pines is a girls' sleepaway camp in the Adirondack Mountains on Brant Lake, offering a summer experience focused on friendship, confidence, skill-building, and fun.
Queensbury Country Club is a public 18-hole, par 70 golf course in Lake George, New York, founded in 1954. It offers scenic Adirondack Mountain views and was voted Best Golf Course and Driving Range by The Post Star from 2020-2025.
Raquette Lake Camps is one of America's oldest family-owned brother/sister sleepaway camps, established in 1916 in the Adirondacks. It offers full or half summer programs for boys and girls aged 6 to 15.
Raquette Lake Boys Camp is a traditional 7-week sleepaway summer camp for boys, operating since 1916 in the Adirondacks. It offers a wide range of watersports, landsports, arts, and outdoor adventure activities.
Raquette Lake Girls Camp is an overnight summer camp in the Adirondacks for girls aged 6-15, offering 4-week or 7-week sessions. It is part of one of America's oldest brother/sister sleepaway camps, established in 1916.
A waterfall on the east side of Route 73 near Keene Valley, visible from a roadside pull-off and reachable via an easy 0.3-mile marked trail to the base.
A family-run lodging business on Alstead Hill Road in Keene since 1988, with two Adirondack-style lodges (The Guide's House sleeps 14, The Climber's Lodge sleeps 12) rented as whole buildings.
Castle Rock is a rewarding Adirondack hike situated at 2,480ft in Blue Mountain Lake, NY. The trailhead and parking are located at the end of Maple Lodge Road, next to the Minnowbrook Conference Center, just south of the Adirondack Museum.
Saranac Village is a resort-quality camp and retreat facility owned and operated by Young Life, overlooking Upper Saranac Lake.
Sawyer Mountain offers a great beginner hike in the Indian Lake region, featuring about 630 feet of elevation gain over 1 mile. Along the trail, lookouts provide views of Snowy, Wakely, and other surrounding mountains.
Severance Hill offers an enjoyable short hike through classic Adirondack woods to a beautiful view over Schroon Lake.
South Inlet is a tributary of Raquette Lake offering reliable flatwater paddling, especially in mid-summer. It's suitable for families and beginners due to its deep water, lack of strong current, and absence of beaver dams.
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St. Regis Canoe Outfitters, celebrating 42 seasons, provides year-round Adirondack adventures. They offer canoe, kayak, and camping gear rentals, guided paddling and hiking trips, transportation, and expert advice for exploring the region'…
STEM Ranch is a proposed expansion of Curtis S. Read Scout Reservation in the Adirondacks, focusing on skilled trades, STEM, maker arts, and equestrian studies to meet growing youth interest.
The William H. Parks Family Center for Environmental and Outdoor Education on Raquette Lake, a SUNY Cortland outdoor education facility and the only National Historic Landmark in the SUNY system.
Thendara Golf Club is an 18-hole, par 72 Donald Ross-Designed Championship Golf Course in Thendara, NY, known for its Adirondack setting and a history of hosting famous golfers. It features a restaurant, golf shop, and options for tee time…
Camp Treetops is a summer camp established in 1921 that provides a child-centered education, fostering self-reliance, confidence, and a deep connection with nature through an unplugged summer experience.
Tupper Lake Golf Club offers 18 holes of classic Donald Ross architecture winding through the Adirondack wilderness. Enjoy a round at this public course, open 7 days a week, with a pro shop and restaurant on site.
An outfitter on Lake Avenue in Lake Luzerne running guided whitewater rafting on the Hudson River Gorge (Class III-IV) and the Sacandaga River, ages 8 and up.
A faith-based camp network running summer and winter camps for youth and families in New York, Florida, and California, with biblical teaching and traditional camp activities since 1947.
Word of Life Pines offers a variety of summer camps and family retreats in New York, alongside other camp locations in Florida and California.
The Ranch at Word of Life offers a Christian summer camp experience for elementary students in Pottersville, New York, featuring activities like archery, water sports, and rodeo, alongside biblical messages and community building.
Yankee Boating Center in Lake George, NY offers new boats, used boats, boat rentals, service, storage, and parts. Shop top brands like Monterey, Godfrey Pontoons, Evotti Pontoons, Nautique, and Blackfin. Serving Lake George, the Adirondack…
YMCA Camp Chingachgook is a summer camp and outdoor center on Lake George, NY, offering summer and year-round outdoor programs for families, youth, and adults. It is an inclusive community inspiring stewardship of the world through engagin…
A YMCA overnight camp on Darts Lake Road in Eagle Bay, operated by the YMCA of Greater Rochester. Day camp, overnight camp, and partial-day summer programs for kids.
A family-operated outfitter offering guided whitewater rafting, serene kayaking, and tubing adventures on the Hudson River and nearby Adirondack lakes.
The Adirondack Park supports hiking on more than 2,000 miles of marked trails, paddling on 3,000+ lakes and ponds, fly and warm-water fishing, alpine and Nordic skiing, rock and ice climbing, mountain biking, road cycling, and golf. Browse the activity directory at adirondackregion.com/pursuits — each pursuit has its own atlas with maps and current conditions.
Most Adirondack trails are free and require no permit. The exceptions: the High Peaks Wilderness AMR / Ausable Club parking shuttle requires a free same-day reservation; some campsites and lean-tos have fee or registration requirements. Check the trail page on adirondackregion.com/pursuits/trails for current DEC requirements before you go.
Late June through early October is the safest, easiest window — trails are dry, alpine zones are accessible, and waters are crossable. Mud season (mid-April to early June) closes many high-elevation trails per DEC advisory. See the live 46er atlas at adirondackregion.com/46ers for trip planning by peak.
There are hundreds of public launches across the Park — DEC hand-launches (free, often unmaintained), state-managed boat launches (free, paved), and town/private launches. Browse mapped paddle launches with directions and lake details at adirondackregion.com/lakes.
Most Adirondack trails allow leashed dogs. Restrictions apply on alpine summits (above 3,500 ft, leash-required to protect alpine vegetation), in the AMR / Ausable Club private trail system (no dogs), and at some swimming beaches. The trail detail page on adirondackregion.com lists per-trail dog rules.
