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Aerial view of the Adirondacks, New York
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By Karen Berger

  • A thin blue line on the map separates the Adirondacks from the world of madcap development. The park covers six million acres—an area larger than the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Yosemite combined.
  • The Ausable River is considered among the best fly-fishing rivers in the East. Its three branches, especially the West Branch, have rich insect hatches along with ample falls and pools for trout.
  • Route 28 runs from the Catskills to the Adirondacks in the central part of the state. In the Adirondacks, the road from Forestport to Blue Mountain Lake winds—often on a high plateau—past scenic lakes, woods, and rustic towns.
  • New York State operates a system of island campgrounds in Lake George that allow you to boat out to one of these small islands and live, for a time, smack dab in the middle of Lake George's gorgeous expanse. If you bring your fishing pole, chances are that you'll be dining on trout amandine rather than freeze-dried chili.

Adirondacks State Park

The Adirondacks was the nation's first great preserved wilderness, and the park is still the one closest to home for New York's metropolitan hordes. The region was the wellspring of some of the country's first outdoor magazines, as well as hiking and paddling clubs. Even the rustic architecture of ranger stations and hunting lodges was first developed in the Adirondacks. Read More

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  • Are there any "real" log cabins for rent near Lake George? We are looking to take a late fall or early winter weekend in Lake George and are looking for a real log cabin with a fireplace and 2 bedrooms to rent within about 30 mins of Lake George Village. Any ideas or suggestions?
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  • Where can i find an easily accesible camp ground free of all people closest to long island? could be in the adirondacks or just the closest actual place free from people with just wilderness... i have a jeep four door for travel
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Hotels

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Mirror Lake Inn

77 Mirror Lake Drive
Lake Placid, NY 12946 Map

Distance: 26.6 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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Whispering Pines Campground

1072 Panton Road
Vergennes, VT 05491 Map

Distance: 15.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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Churchill House Inn

3128 Forest Dale Road
Brandon, VT 05733 Map

Distance: 30.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars
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Attractions

Fort Ticonderoga

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On Lake Champlain
Ticonderoga, New York

Distance: 16.3 mi. (from destination center)

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Military-history buffs will be in heaven at this fort set right on Lake Champlain. Built by the... Read More

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Treadway Mountain Trail

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Five miles west of Ticonderoga, 3.8 miles from the turnoff from NY 74


Distance: 16.1 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Starting out, the mountain trail is a gradual ascent up approximately 900 feet. The path steepens... Read More
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Northville Lake Placid Trail

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Lake Placid, New York

Distance: 43.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Northville Lake Placid Trail spans 33 miles of forest and takes an average of 19 days to complete.... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near Adirondacks

Distance (mi.)
Albany International Airport 91.9 map
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport 97.5 map
Ottawa International Airport 135.3 map

Other Smaller Airports near Adirondacks

Distance (mi.)
Burlington International Airport 34.2 map
Saranac Lake Adirondack Airport 39.6 map
Plattsburgh Clinton County Airport 43.6 map

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Adirondacks Vacation Rentals

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Lake Clear house

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, Fireplace, Linens, No Pets, Non-Smoking
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Brookside Cabin

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 6
Amenities: BBQ, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishes, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Lakefront, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Toaster, Utensils, Wireless Internet Access
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Mirror Lake House

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Alarm Clock, BBQ, Blender, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, DVD Player, Dishes, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Freezer, Garage, Internet Access, Iron, Ironing Board, Jacuzzi, Lakefront, Laundry, Linens, Outdoor Shower, Oven, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, Stove, TV, Toaster, Utensils, VCR, Wireless Internet Access
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