A brand-new trail, located 8 miles to the north of the Town of Long Lake center, has just been completed, offering outdoor enthusiasts an exciting 1.2-mile hike (2.4-mile loop) with a one-way elevation gain of 500 feet. This project, marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 15, was a collaborative effort between the Town...
Travel + Leisure Names Lake Placid as One of the Top 11 U.S. Towns for Fall Foliage
Located in the High Peaks Region of the Adirondack Park, the quaint village of Lake Placid, NY is a must-visit destination, especially in fall when the leaves turn bright shades of red, orange, and yellow. In fact, Travel + Leisure has named Lake Placid as one of the 11 best small towns in the...
Ready to Try Camping? The DEC’s First-Time Camper Weekend Program Is Back This Year
If you’ve ever wanted to go camping, but were held back by the unknowns of where to go or what to do, keep reading! The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has exciting news for people who have never experienced the joys of camping. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos recently announced that the...
Memorial Day Happenings, A Museum Opening & More to Enjoy in the ADK This Weekend
Weekend Roundup: May 26 - 29
If you’re looking for Memorial Day celebrations, parades, and observances, look no further. We have all the happenings below, plus more, including a museum opening for the season and a massive, several-towns-wide garage sale. Make It a Memorable Memorial Day Weekend Memorial Day Weekend at the Silver Bay YMCA May 26 – 29 The...
DEC Announces New Adirondack Campground Reservation Changes for 2023
If you’re a fan of the outdoors, there’s no better way to enjoy nature than camping. And if you love camping in the Adirondacks, you’ll be pleased to hear that the NY State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced changes to its campground reservation system this upcoming season. Starting this year, campground visitors...
Be Aware of Avalanche Conditions This Winter in the Adirondacks
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is advising backcountry downhill skiers, snowboarders, and all outdoor adventurers in the High Peaks region of the Adirondacks to be aware of and prepared for avalanche conditions this season. Avalanches can occur anywhere when certain conditions are met, and due to recent changes in the...
Motorists Be Warned: Deer & Moose Are More Likely to Be Near Public Roads During Breeding Season
DEC & DMV Share Safe Driving Tips
It seems like everyone has a story about hitting a deer with their car or truck, especially in the Adirondacks – if it hasn’t happened to you, it’s likely been an incident for someone you know. Here’s why you should watch out for both deer and moose when out driving at this time of...
New Adirondack Shuttle Route to Run Select Weekends in October
Transport will take Hikers from Frontier Town Gateway to the High Peaks Region
In order to better serve the community and protect the Adirondacks, the DEC and Essex County are expanding the free High Peaks shuttle service! The new shuttle route will run on select weekends in October from the Frontier Town Gateway, often referred to as “the A-frame,” in North Hudson to various locations in the...
Adirondack Art, Museum & Business News to Know This Week
What's New/Events Roundup: July 14 - 21
This weekend might be a good one to visit Adirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake for some artistic fun going on! See what other events are happening in the Adirondacks, and find out about new businesses coming to Saranac Lake and Ticonderoga. Comedy, Captain Kirk & More Cool Events Going On Around...
Going Boating? Remember to Get Inspected and Clean, Drain & Dry all Watercraft and Equipment
The Busy Summer Boating Season is In Full Swing and It's Easy to Forget The Following Steps to Help Protect the ADK
The DEC wants to remind Adirondack water recreationists to Clean, Drain, and Dry their watercraft and equipment! In 2021 alone, more than 14,000 detections of aquatic invasive species were intercepted by boat stewards at watercraft inspection stations. These steps are critical to protect our environment. Due to these invasive threats to New York’s ecology,...