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Paddling & Kayak.

The small ponds and big lakes worth a morning. Outfitters, put-ins, and the routes that local guides actually pick when no one is watching.

Field Guide
Paddling & Kayaking the Adirondacksthe complete field guide.
The largest wilderness canoe area in the Northeast, the Saranac Chain, the Fulton Chain, the Raquette River, the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, and the 90-Miler — plus a sortable atlas of major paddleable waters.
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Beaver Brook Outfitters — photo from www.beaverbrook.net
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Beaver Brook Outfitters

Navigating Adirondack waters from tranquil lakes to the wild Hudson Gorge.

A family-operated outfitter offering guided whitewater rafting, serene kayaking, and tubing adventures on the Hudson River and nearby Adirondack lakes.

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Adirondac Rafting Co. - Hudson River Base

Hudson Gorge dam-release runs out of Indian Lake.

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 — Paddling And Kayak in the Saranac Lake region of the Adirondacks
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Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters

Canoes, kayaks, and the local knowledge to deploy them right

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.

Lake George Kayak Co. — Paddling And Kayak in the Lake George region of the Adirondacks
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Lake George Kayak Co.

Lake George Village kayak and paddleboard rentals.

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.

Mirror Lake Boathouse — Paddling And Kayak in the Lake Placid region of the Adirondacks
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Mirror Lake Boathouse

Downtown sand beach with kayak launch and tennis courts

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.

South Inlet Canoe & Kayak Access — Paddling And Kayak in the Raquette Lake region of the Adirondacks
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South Inlet Canoe & Kayak Access

Deep-water tributary paddle where beaver dams won't strand you

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

The outfitter that knows every put-in from Lake Clear to Paul Smiths

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'…

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Wild Waters Outdoor Center Sacandaga Base

Hudson Gorge whitewater out of Lake Luzerne.

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.