Adirondack Trail Conditions
Adirondack Trail Conditions
Our Adventure Hub
A curation of all things related to the Adirondacks and the outdoor recreation opportunities across the region.
Adirondack Hiking
List of Challenges
Hiking opportunities in the Adirondack Park are innumerable. From short 0.5-mile jaunts to multi-day 25-mile backpacking trips, there are hikes for all ages and abilities.
Outdoor Activities
Hiking
Hiking opportunities in the Adirondack Park are innumerable. From short 0.5-mile jaunts to multi-day 25-mile backpacking trips, there are hikes for all ages and abilities.
Biking
Whether you are a mountain biker in search of challenging single track or a cyclist looking for a new scenic route, there are several options to choose from.
Boating / Paddling
From getting up close and personal with all sorts of wildlife to exploring the islands full of wild blueberries that often grace Adirondack lakes, a day full of paddling offers something for every type of adventurer.
Fishing
Whether looking for some camaraderie with fellow fishermen or for that quiet spot back in the wilderness, the lakes and waterways in the Park will exceed your expectations in many ways.
Camping
From campgrounds to primitive campsites, there are endless amounts of camping options in the Adirondack Park.
Climbing
The granite faces that dominate the Adirondack rock climbing scene are full of tantalizing blank faces, splitter cracks, crags, and cliffs.
Rafting
If you're looking for a unique way to see the Adirondack Park, get a good rush of adrenaline, and spend some quality time with friends/family, then an Adirondack whitewater rafting trip is the way to go.
Skiing / Snowboarding
Host to the 1980 Olympic downhill-related competitions, Whiteface Mountain has the greatest vertical drop in the east. The Adirondacks are also full of opportunities for cross-country skiing & backcountry touring.
Snowmobiling
The massive trail networks winding through snow-frosted trees, along frozen lakes, and connecting local communities provide riders with an endless Adirondack playground.
Pinned Locations
Adirondack Map
On this Google Map, we've pinned locations to match up with content posted to our website.
'Dack Fact
Created by the New York State legislature in 1892, the Adirondack Park covers 9,375 square miles, an area more than double the size of Yellowstone and Yosemite National Parks combined.
Grab a pint
Adirondack Breweries
With the rise in popularity of microbreweries, the Adirondack Park has experienced a boom in locally produced beer. The breweries, in concert with the wineries and distilleries peppered throughout the Park, provide plentiful options for tastings or tours.
Our ADK Moments
Adirondack Adventure Videos
Check out videos from our outings throughout the ADK throughout the seasons.
Eat
From coffee shops and ice cream stands to the best local pubs, let us share some of our favorite places to grab something to eat with you! Each of the Adirondack in the Park have their own hotspots for dining. With inventive gourmet options like Liquids and Solids in Lake Placid and classic relaxed atmospheres like Screamen Eagle Pizza in Inlet, there are options to satisfy all types of eaters. There are ice cream shops and stands galore - perfect for those hot summer days or those late night cravings!
Drink
With the rise in popularity of microbreweries, the Adirondack Park has experienced a boom in locally produced beer. The breweries, in concert with the wineries and distilleries peppered throughout the Park, provide plentiful options for tastings or tours.
Stay
Planning a trip to the Adirondacks? There are endless options for lodging in the Park, from cabins and house rentals to hotels and luxury lodges. The usual gamut of travel sites, like Trip Advisor and even Airbnb, are useful search engines for finding lodging, as are social channels for word of mouth options. Of course, camping is always a spectacular choice, allowing visitors to enjoy nature in a more personal way. With private and state campgrounds available, there are sites available for all types of campers - RVs or tents, full service or primitive.
Learn
The Adirondacks have a rich history and a unique environmental landscape. From logging and the era of the Great Camps, when the Adirondack Forest Preserve was designated "forever wild" to the alpine ecosystems with rare plants typical of regions much farther to the north, there is so much to learn about the Adirondack Park. There are several museums in the area with extensive Adirondack-specific exhibits to captivate both young and old.
Explore
There are so many ways to get some fresh air and take advantage of the unique and diverse landscape of the Adirondacks! From kayaking to hiking and skiing to fly fishing, the opportunities are endless. Interested in firsthand stories and experiences? Read about some personal adventures exploring the Adirondacks shared by those in our online community and our PureADK Pioneers team.
Visit
This page covers activities and attractions that reach beyond the categories listed above. There is an abundance of activities available to visitors to the Adirondacks including numerous outdoor activity centers, Olympic sites, boat cruises, and seaplane tours.