It's clear why Adirondack Mountains attracts visitors, considering its resorts, hiking, family-friendly activities, and romance.
The Adirondacks are very large, and there are a number of sights and attractions in the region. Most people visit the Adirondacks to experience the area's natural beauty. There are countless hikes, waterfalls, and lakes that are beautiful and tranquil. A favorite area for waterfalls is High Fall Gorge. You can walk the trail in about half an hour and you'll see four impressive waterfalls. There is also a cafe and gift shop. The area is conveniently close to Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort.
Titus Mountain is another popular destination in the Adirondacks. It's a family friendly ski area that is enjoyable to visit year round.
Other notable attractions in the Adirondacks include Ausable Chasm and The Wild Center in Tupper Lake, NY. Many people enjoy the thrill of visiting Six Flags Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom in Queensbury, or the Olympic Center in Lake Placid.
Towns
The Adirondacks are very large with a wide variety of regions and towns. Some of the more popular towns are described below.
Lake Placid is in the heart of the High Peaks, and is famous as the two time host of the Winter Olympics (1932 and 1980). There are a variety of facilities in town related to the games that you can visit.
Lake George is in the southeastern region and has a rich history as well as a popular outlet shopping.
Saranac Lake is a scenic town that is famous for its Winter Carnivals, skiing, tubing, and hiking.
Speculator is another popular destination with its many lakes for boating enthusiasts and Oak Mountain for skiing and snowboarding.
Long Lake has beautiful hikes, waterfalls, and a very natural setting.
North Creek is a great option for railroad enthusiasts (you can explore the old tracks by bike) or white water rafting. Gore Mountain offers winter skiing and impressive views.
Inlet is a small village that appeals to families. There are well maintained trails and a quaint mountain setting.
Tupper Lake is home to the Adirondack Public Observatory as well as The Wild Center. You can also visit Little Wolf Beach, which is a nice public beach with swimming areas and a floating dock.
Ticonderoga is where you'll find Fort Ticonderoga, which offers a glimpse at the area's military history.
Cranberry Lake is a mellow spot for camping, kayaking, and hiking.
The Adirondacks offer a wide variety of outdoor experiences year round. During the warmer seasons there's hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, paddle boating, whitewater rafting and more. During the winter months you can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, and a number of fun winter festivals. The Adirondacks is truly a year round destination with both thrilling adventure sports and family friendly activities that people of every all ages can enjoy.
Hiking:
Many hikers rave about the trails surrounding Adirondack Mountains. Trails range from easy to challenging and each passes through beautiful and diverse landscapes. You can climb to scenic viewpoints or explore pristine forests. It's the perfect way to escape into nature for a bit.