But you don't have to travel to Tupper Lake to see over the leaves. Over a dozen decommissioned Adirondack fire towers dot the mountainous landscape and provide awesome payoffs for mostly short hikes. Another way to see over the tree-tops is to explore the hiking trails that climb to rocky mountain-tops with panoramic views.
The appropriately named Bald Mountain lies just outside the town of Blue Mountain Lake and has stellar views above its tree-line. Mountains not high enough for you? The bird's eye view is a truly unique experience. Unique Water Features. As water tumbles down the sides of mountains, occasionally there's a rapid drop in elevation where water free-falls through the air before reuniting with land.
It's waterfalls like this that are popular among explorers of all ages. Before heading to the trailhead, you'll want to see our list of the best Adirondack waterfalls and trip planning advice.
A special and enduring part of the Adirondack waterways are those not carved by glacial activity, but dug by hand. Every summer paddlers glide the water that fills the hand-dug canal network connecting Osgood Pond to Little Church Pond and Church Pond.
These waterways were originally created to allow dry passage to and from the historic Saint John's Episcopal Church in Paul Smiths, especially on Sunday mornings. These waterways can now be paddled any day of the week from the Osgood Pond Boat Launch. Other water routes have been organized on naturally occurring bodies of water, some stretching for dozens of miles.
Every September, paddlers travel 90 miles over three days during the Adirondack Canoe Classic. Head to Wilmington, home of Whiteface Mountain , and see the beauty of the Adirondacks unfold as you ride the Cloudsplitter Gondola to the top of Little Whiteface.
If you're looking for views on foot, hike the Whiteface Mountain Summit Trail. The terrain is challenging but the views are worth the journey—hikers be wary, this trail is not meant for young kids. Stroll the paths and walkways at High Falls Gorge to view four spectacular waterfalls toward the base of Whiteface Mountain. Experience the Wild Walk's elevated walkway above the forest featuring a four-story twig tree house, swinging bridges, a giant nest, and a spider's web made of sturdy rope that allows you to float above the trees.
Can't get enough of nature? Without leaving the acre Wild Center grounds, you can canoe or paddleboard on the tranquil Raquette River. Or if you want to go for a more serious hike, go offsite to nearby Mt. Arab and climb the fire tower for spectacular mountain views!
View the Adirondacks from the sky with SunKiss Ballooning , a beloved hot air balloon company that flies at sunrise and sunset.
It's a scenic adventure perfect for two people or large groups. If you're with the kids, hike Prospect Mountain , one of the most accessible Adirondack trails, which offers broad views of Lake George and beginner-level trails that everyone can enjoy. For a greater challenge, the High Peaks region boasts 46 mountain tops above 4, feet—making this a backpacker's paradise and one of the greatest wildernesses on the East Coast.
Home to Mount Marcy and Gothics, visitors should consult a hiking guidebook or secure services of an Adirondack Guide before heading into the wilderness. Have you ever imagined what it would be like to storm a castle or defend a fortress against 18th-century colonial powers?
Purchase your tickets in advance and visit Fort Ticonderoga , where you can experience daily programming like tours, Fife and Drum Corps marching, historic trade demonstrations, daily cannon and musket-firing demonstrations, and various family activities. Sample the local bounty along the Adirondack Coast Wine Trail , a series of wineries and cideries threading the shores of Lake Champlain. The trail is a blend of colorful landscape and bold flavor.
Canoe or kayak the Saranac Lake Chain. Three lakes connected by the Saranac River, this natural linkage creates a mile canoe and kayak route. Regis Canoe Outfitters will hook you up with their best tour guides and sporting gear including canoes, kayaks, and camping gear for rent.
Cruise the water for stunning lake views and keep an eye out for bald eagles, beavers, and other wildlife. Explore the Adirondack Park on horseback with Emerald Springs Adirondack Ranch , which offers guided tours and riding lessons—a perfect introduction to riding for the whole family. Adirondack Park is also accessible by car when flying into Albany International Airport.
Interstate 87 and 81 make traveling by car easy, quick, and affordable. Several Adirondack Scenic Byways crisscross the region and run by off-the-beaten-path attractions, historic locations, and incredible museums.
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Saranac Lake. Spotlight: The Adirondacks Adirondack Park is a gift to all who discover it. Three Things You Can't Miss. Wild Center and Wild Walk The acre Wild Center is a natural history museum that draws you into the vast beauty of Adirondack Park and brings a new perspective to nature. Winter Olympic Experiences Home to the and Winter Olympics, Lake Placid is a hotspot where you can tour the Olympic Museum and Hall of Fame the new Exhibit Gallery will be free to all guests while they work on their new, permanent location in the Olympic Center , ride up in the air on the Cloudsplitter Gondola to Little Whiteface and take in the bird's eye view soaring over streams, ski trails, steep rock faces and thick forests, zig zag your way down Mt.
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