: Summer offers the best hiking and lake activities, but autumn is famous for its vibrant fall foliage. Winter is a haven for snowmobiling and skiing.
Visit Lake Placid to see the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics, including the famous "Miracle on Ice" rink. Top Outdoor Adventures Adirondacks-13.7z
: Unlike the connected Appalachian range, the Adirondacks are a "newborn" geological dome that is still rising about 2 millimeters per year. : Summer offers the best hiking and lake
: The word "Adirondack" is believed to be an Iroquois term meaning "bark eater," originally used as a derogatory name for their Algonquin neighbors. Top Outdoor Adventures : Unlike the connected Appalachian
Located in Tupper Lake, this natural history center features the "Wild Walk," an elevated trail through the treetops that gives you a bird's-eye view of the forest. Ausable Chasm Tourist attraction ClosedAusable Chasm, NY, United States
This museum at Blue Mountain Lake explores the human history of the region, from the logging industry to the famous "Great Camps". Olympic Center & Museum
: Hop on the Revolution Rail Co. in North Creek for a unique pedal-powered rail bike excursion through the woods. Local Tips & Fun Facts