Central Adirondacks
The launchpad to the best of the Adirondack Park.
The Central Adirondacks is a phenomenal jumping-off point to enjoy the many pleasures of the Adirondack region. North of the spectacular Lake George Area, this area has long been a playground for those seeking the ultimate in outdoor recreation.
Most villages in the Central Adirondacks are situated on substantial bodies of water. This is no accident; the earliest tourists to this area in the 19th and early 20th centuries gained access to the region's delights via its plentiful waterways. Visitors to the Central ADK come to experience whitewater rafting on the Hudson River, freshwater fishing, snowmobiling trails, backcountry camping and hiking in the Adirondack Park’s constitutionally protected forest preserves. Towns in the Central Adirondacks include:
Long Lake
Blue Mountain Lake
Indian Lake
Raquette Lake
Speculator
Wells
Among the Central Adirondacks' treasures is the Adirondack Experience at Blue Mountain Lake, which some have deemed the Smithsonian of the Adirondacks. Great Camp Sagamore is also a must-see in the area. This 27-building complex is a National Historic Landmark and allows visitors to immerse themselves in daily life in the Great Camps of the Gilded Age.
Our hand-picked recommendations on where to stay, eat, shop and things to do in the Central Adirondacks.
This week’s “Where in the ADK?” contest takes us to the Western edge of the Central Adirondack Park. Do you know where in the ADK?
Timberlock is a rustic-style resort (but never uncomfortable) that enables guests to connect to the magnificent lakeside setting and focus on time with family and friends.
Leaf peeping isn’t just for the fall; it takes on a new meaning in upstate New York’s Adirondack Park in the spring.
With less than a week until the big day, get our recommendations on the great places to experience the 2024 Solar Eclipse.
Visit the places where the Morgans, Rockefellers, Vanderbilts, and Whitneys played in the upstate New York wilderness.
Friendly, family resort with miles of trails to enjoy all the snow sports in the Adirondack Mountains.
The Town of Long Lake introduces a unique art exhibit pairing the Adirondack Mountains’ natural beauty with the works of local artists.
Visit this fun variety store in Lake Pleasant to pick up essential items, play a round of mini-golf, rent a kayak or have an ice cream cone.
Visit this welcoming family-run restaurant for a delightful meal in the Central Adirondacks.
Rich in history and nestled on the shores of Lake Pleasant, Bearhurst Lakeside Cottages provides a tranquil retreat for guests.
Visit the historic Adirondack Hotel on Long Lake in the Central Adirondack region, its beautiful Victorian dining room and charming taproom.
For over 100 years, a Long View Lodge has been on this spot overlooking Long Lake. Visit now for delicious, farm-to-table fare.