: Unlike the connected Appalachian range, the Adirondacks are a "newborn" geological dome that is still rising about 2 millimeters per year.
: The park has long been a playground for the wealthy, including the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts, whose "Great Camps" still dot the landscape. Planning Your Trip
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 Adirondacks-13.7z
: Hop on the Revolution Rail Co. in North Creek for a unique pedal-powered rail bike excursion through the woods. Local Tips & Fun Facts
: Challenge yourself with the Saranac Lake 6er or the Tupper Lake Triad —smaller, more accessible hiking challenges compared to the grueling 46 High Peaks. : Unlike the connected Appalachian range, the Adirondacks
: Explore the St. Regis Canoe Area , the only wilderness area in the Northeast specifically managed for canoeing.
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 : Explore the St
: The word "Adirondack" is believed to be an Iroquois term meaning "bark eater," originally used as a derogatory name for their Algonquin neighbors.