adirondacks
Biking Byways: 4 Scenic Rides Through Hamilton County
"Cycling can be lonely, but in a good way. It gives you a moment to breathe and think, and get away from what you're working on."
-David Byrne
My parents have loved going for scenic drives since I...
Mountain Biking in Speculator, NY and Lemon Tree Brewery
23Aug2021
Author:Rhiannon Berry "Apart from anything else, I prefer cycling. It puts you in a good mood, I find."
— Alan Bennett
If mountain bikers know anything, it’s how to have a good time. Add biking with friends and grabbing...
Ice Fishing in the Central Adirondacks
Submitted by guest blogger Mike Crawford, from Upstate Guide Service
For those who don’t ski or snowmobile but still love winter, ice fishing is something you might enjoy! Spending a day admiring...
Après Adirondack Style
After a great day in the woods, the best way to warm up and relax is at one of our local restaurants or taverns. Whether you spent the day carving down Oak Mountain or finding your way through a...
Seven Decades of Snow, Runs, and Family Fun
1949 was quite a year. Harry Truman was president, the first Polaroid camera was sold, Velcro was introduced to the world, and Ozzy Osbourne was born. But perhaps a little less influential was the...
Adirondack Weddings
As you may have guessed, the timeframe between Thanksgiving and Valentine's days is the most popular time to get engaged. Maybe you've just gotten engaged or are just thinking to the future. The...
Wild ADK: 7 Best Roadside Fall Foliage Views
You don’t need to be an avid hiker, paddler, or outdoor explorer to enjoy the beauty of fall in the Adirondacks. Wherever you go within this six-million-acre park you will find brilliant fall foliage...
Early Fall Views from Castle Rock
Castle Rock is one of Hamilton County’s most popular destinations, and the perfect place to enjoy fall foliage. On a clear day you can see for miles from the summit. Imagine how many brilliantly...
Mountain Biking at Pine Lake
01Sep2019
Submitted by guest blogger Phil Brown
Pine Lake doesn’t get the attention it deserves. When the state acquired 65,000 acres of former Finch, Pruyn lands, a lot of ink was spilled about Boreas Ponds,...
Forked Lake Camping By Land and By Lake
Camping is one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty, serenity, and wildness of the Adirondacks. For many, it is also a cherished family tradition that brings back wonderful memories and...
