The Adirondacks

  1. Lake Placid Club Boat House sits at the edge of the lake.
  2. A boy canoes on one of the area's many lakes.
  3. Whiteface Mountain rises above the landscape on a sunny day.
  4. A spectacular sunrise is seen from the lake.
  5. Wedge Brook falls more than 50 feet into a clear, rocky pool at Upper Wedge Brook Falls.
  6. Fresh powder adorns Whiteface Mountain.
  7. Shelving Rock Falls is located near Lake George.
  8. Steam boat at Lake George

Known for: FALL LEAVES | SNOW SPORTS | FESTIVALS | RAFTING

The majestic forests and spectacular vistas of New York's Adirondack Mountains make them an idyllic spot to enjoy a romantic getaway and a great place to get up close and personal with nature. Swim and kayak pristine mountain lakes, test your golfing skills on championship courses, and experience the quiet joy of a fishing expedition with a buddy. Plus, the whitewater rafting and hiking here rival the best warm-weather offerings you'll find anywhere. We're not promising that there's a shipwreck to explore (OK, we actually are; there's a shipwreck to explore!), but you might want to pack a swimsuit and dive gear just to be safe.

To complement your adventures, the calendar is peppered with great festivals, events, and activities, like the Ironman Lake Placid triathlon. Make memories on an exhilarating hot air balloon ride, sample a bounty of craft beers at a uniquely Northeastern version of Oktoberfest, or glide effortlessly on the serene waters of Mirror Lake in a kayak. And whether you're a true history buff or just indulging your wanderlust, the region's rich past is a fascinating slice of Americana you can't ignore. From the fierce battles between the Iroquois and the Algonquins over Lake George, to the early, maverick days of the railroad, there's a tapestry of bravery and intrigue to unravel here amid unrivaled, never-spoiled beauty.

Average temperatures:

High/Low (F)
  1. 70 / 46
    Sep
  2. 58 / 35
    Oct
  3. 44 / 30
    Nov
  4. 44 / 30
    Dec
  5. 28 / 7
    Jan
  6. 32 / 10
    Feb
  7. 41 / 23
    Mar
  8. 55 / 32
    Apr
  9. 66 / 42
    May
  10. 75 / 51
    Jun
  11. 80 / 57
    Jul
  12. 77 / 55
    Aug
Weather data provided by Wikipedia

Approximate distance:

270 miles from New York

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