Great Camp Sagamore Snow Days: A Classic Adirondack Winter Adventure

Great Camp Sagamore in the Adirondacks during winter snow days. — Photo courtesy Great Camp Sagamore.

Snow in the Adirondacks has a way of slowing time—in the best possible way.

On Saturday, January 31, 2026, Great Camp Sagamore Snow Days invites visitors to step into a winter scene that feels lifted straight from the golden age of Adirondack Great Camps.

Equal parts outdoor adventure and fireside coziness, this winter event is designed for families, history lovers, and anyone who believes cold weather is best enjoyed with a sense of play.

Snow Days transform the storied grounds of Great Camp Sagamore into a living, breathing winter playground. Guests are encouraged to bring friends, family, and a healthy dose of curiosity to explore the snow-covered campus, where the Adirondack winter feels both rugged and welcoming.

What to expect at Snow Days.

People playing croquet in the snow at Great Camp Sagamore's Winter Snow days. — Snow croquet, anyone?

The day offers a full slate of classic winter activities that celebrate both the landscape and the camp’s historic spirit. Guided cross-country skiing and winter hikes lead participants through serene trails, while sledding and snow croquet bring out the kid-at-heart in everyone.

Crackling campfires provide the perfect excuse to warm up between adventures, and the historic Playhouse offers a cozy indoor retreat stocked with board games and puzzles.

Light refreshments are included, making it easy to linger longer and soak in the atmosphere.

Activities include

Guided cross-country skiing
Guided winter hikes
Sledding
Campfires
Snow croquet
Board games and puzzles in the Playhouse
Refreshments

A setting steeped in Adirondack history.

Snowy scene of Sagamore Lake in winter. — Winter view of Sagamore Lake.

Snow Days aren’t just about winter fun—they’re also an invitation to experience one of the Adirondacks’ most iconic historic sites in its quietest, most magical season.

Only the Collins Building and the Playhouse are open to the public during the event, allowing visitors to explore these beautifully preserved spaces while imagining life at a Great Camp more than a century ago.

Discover Great Camp Sagamore’s history.

Explore the rich and fascinating history of the iconic Adirondack Great Camp Sagamore—once the private getaway of the Vanderbilt family. Listen to a recent ADK Talks podcast episode featuring Connor Williams, Great Camp Sagamore Historian.

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Know before you go.

Admission: $15 general | $10 Raquette Lake residents & Sagamore members | Free for children 5 and under
Equipment: Sagamore does not provide equipment; bring your own skis, snowshoes, and sleds
Road conditions: All-wheel drive or snow tires are strongly recommended. The camp is located four miles down a dirt road.

For questions, email info@greatcampsagamore.org or visit Sagamore’s website or Facebook page.

A group of people snowshoeing at Great Camp Sagamore's winter snow days. — Snowshoeing during Snow Days.

Why Snow Days belong on your winter calendar.

Snow Days deliver exactly what many winter events promise but rarely achieve: authentic Adirondack fun in a place that feels genuinely special. It’s history, fresh air, and winter joy—served with a side of campfire smoke.

Can’t make this snow day? There will be another one on February 28, 2026.