We know not everyone comes to the Adirondacks for big adventures – some just come here for deep relaxation. You can find both here, though, and often on the same trip! White water rafting in the Adirondacks is a popular activity, and we love to partner with our friends at Adirondack Adventure Center for this and other fun activities. The Adirondack Adventure Center offers more than white water rafting on the Sacandaga River, including river tubing and ziplining through the treetops. Some of our favorite things to do in the Adirondacks!Â
Our Upstate New York hotel is only a short 30-minute drive from Adirondack Adventure Center, putting you close to the heart of the action, all the while enjoying the quiet, peaceful environment of our wooded property and luxurious hotel amenities. You can’t beat waking up here on summer mornings, with the quiet calm of the lake across the street and the cool breeze blowing through the trees outside your window, followed by the golden warmth of the summer sun.
Friends Lake Inn is your best choice for luxury lodging in Upstate NY. Our Inn is designed with your comfort in mind, with high-end amenities and appointments in every room. Our spacious guest suites offer the perfect escape from busy city life. Isn’t it time you experienced life in the Adirondacks? Book your room today!
A Thrilling Day with Adirondack Adventure Center
As enticing as Friends Lake Inn & grounds are, an excursion with Adirondack Adventure Center really shouldn’t be missed! After all, getting outside and experiencing nature is one of the top reasons to get away to the Adirondacks in the first place.
Guided whitewater rafting trips with Adirondack Adventure Center take place on the Sacandaga River, which has 3.5 miles of dam-released Class II and III Whitewater. It’s the perfect mix of intense and relaxing, suitable for all ages. You can expect the whitewater rafting trip to take 2 hours. This is an affordable way to try white water rafting in the Adirondacks for the first time.Â
If you want to get on the water but you aren’t sure whitewater rafting is for you. Adirondack Adventure Center also provides lazy river tubing in the Adirondacks. The most popular option offered by the Adirondack Adventure Center is a two-hour excursion down a 3-mile stretch of river. What sets the Adventure Center apart from other tubing companies is that it has private access to the river, allowing patrons the most time on the water.Â
Once you’re back on land, we recommend trying out the treetop adventure course and aerial zip lines at the Adirondack Adventure Center. It’s a beautiful way to experience the tree canopy while having outdoor fun in the Adirondacks. There are six different courses, from beginner to expert. There are 63 unique obstacles, featuring over 20 ziplines that range in height from 10 to 60 feet. You can create the experience you want to have. Each person starts with a beginner course and can complete the remaining courses in any order they choose. Plan at least 2 hours for Adirondack ziplining.
Adirondack Adventure Center offers combo adventures, allowing you to try two fun adventures at a discounted rate. With over 20 years in business, you can be assured this family-run business is providing a fun, safe, and affordable family adventure, no matter if you zipline, go tubing, or go white water rafting in the Adirondacks. Pack your sunscreen, swimsuit, and water shoes for a family fun adventure.
Before you set out for your day at the Adirondack Adventure Center, be sure to join us in the dining room at Friends Lake Inn for a hearty and delicious breakfast spread. We love to cook, and the food is one of the many perks you’ll enjoy while staying at our Upstate New York hotel. We also like to make sure our guests are full and ready for all the adventures that await in the Adirondacks.
Stay at the best Boutique Hotel in Upstate NY
Of course, the biggest draw to this area is the chance to relax, away from the stress of city life. We cater to every kind of guest, including those who want our help designing an adventure-filled itinerary and those who wish to sit back and relax in a quiet environment. As one of the best Hotels in Upstate NY, you’ll find everything you need to make your getaway memorable. Our guest rooms are comfortable and private, featuring romantic amenities such as fireplaces, Jacuzzis for two, and steam showers.
Start your day off on the right foot with our breakfast before heading out to the Adirondack Adventure Center or to enjoy tubing on Lake George. Or, admire the scenic beauty of the trails around the acreage of Friends Lake Inn. In the evenings, relax with s’mores around the fire pit or play a game of pool in the media room. There are so many things to do and see in the Adirondacks, many of them you can enjoy on our property.
Friends Lake Inn offers two on-site dining choices. Enjoy a farm-to-table meal in the elegant Main Dining Room. The menu offerings are seasonal, allowing the chef to serve the best of what’s locally available. At the Birch Bistro, the atmosphere is relaxed, perfect for a casual dining experience. It’s all here and waiting for you at our Boutique Hotel in Upstate NY near Lake George. Reserve your room now!
