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Explore Our Backyard

While you could easily enjoy a stay without ever leaving the property, we are fortunate to find ourselves ideally located to access recreation all year round. We are less than 10 minute’s from some of the region’s best trail heads including the Garden, Adirondack Mountain Reserve, Rooster Comb, Jackrabbit, Cascade and Giant Mountain. You can embrace the area’s Olympic Heritage at Whiteface Mountain, Cascade Ski Center, Van Hoevenberg Sports Complex, the Ski Jumping complex or downtown Lake Placid, all within a 20-minute drive. No matter what you are searching for from your Adirondack getaway, we are happy to point you in the right direction.

  • Two hikers walking on rocky terrain near a mountain summit, with a wooden observation tower in the background, under cloudy skies over a scenic landscape.

    Our Favorite Hikes

    The High Peaks are beautiful, but we’ve made a list of some of our favorite smaller mountain walks. Find more area hikes here.

    Trail Recommendations
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    Places to Eat & Drink

    Amazing locally grown food abounds in the Adirondacks if you know where to look. Check out these producers, shops & restaurants.

    Local Food Recommendations
  • A coin-operated binocular viewer on a rocky surface overlooks a wide river and distant mountains under a clear sky.

    Things to Do

    Even if hauling yourself up a mountain isn’t for you, there is plenty to keep you busy and other great ways to find fresh air.

    Area Attractions
  • A woman wearing climbing gear and a blue jacket is rock climbing on a large vertical rock face outdoors, with green trees and a clear sky in the background.

    Guides & Rentals

    Sometimes it’s best to consult the experts. These are the best folks to get you the gear and know-how to try something new!

    Local Resources