Elegant table settings, sipping beautiful wines, friendly service, and enjoying flavorful farm-to-table cuisine: there’s nothing quite like sharing an intimate meal with the person you love, and the best romantic Adirondacks getaways include dining at our Upstate New York Hotel. Friends Lake Inn is the premiere getaway destination with a long list of on-site amenities […]
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Hiking in the Adirondacks is one of the most popular ways to take advantage of the beauty of Autumn due to the mild temperatures, sunny days, and fiery foliage. The Adirondack region boasts 46 mountain peaks covered in diverse forests with hardwoods that put on a show come fall. There’s a variety of hiking trails
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This year marks the 50th anniversary of the spectacular Adirondack Balloon Festival. Seeing the sky awash with color is beautiful, especially when the forests don their bright fall foliage hues. What started as a modest event in 1973, hoping to bring tourists to Warren County, is now a robust annual tradition that welcomes upwards of
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One of the best summer activities in the Adirondacks is cruising with the Lake George Steamboat Company. This longtime touring company was founded in 1817—making it the oldest running business in the Lake George area. They have three historic steamboats, the Minne-Ha-Ha, which is one of the last steam paddle wheel ships in America; the
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As one of the largest regions in Upstate New York, you’ll find so many fun things to do in the Adirondacks all year round. Outdoor lovers are in paradise here, whether for ski season or sunshine on the lake; you’ll love the peace, quiet, and privacy these wooded trails and hidden lakes offer. If you’re
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The Adirondacks are known for their beautiful lakes, protected old-growth forests, and stunning views—and some of the best vistas can be found on the twists and turns of these Lake George hikes. As one of the most popular destinations in the Adirondacks, Lake George is one of the largest lakes in the area clocking in
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Some of the all-time best Lake George winter activities are just steps from our beautiful Upstate New York Hotel. From beautiful private trails on our property for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing to the more adventurous options like downhill skiing and snowmobile tours, you’ll find it all here in the Adirondacks. While this area is beautiful
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Adirondack Park spans more than 6 million acres and is home to the largest protected natural area in the lower 48 states. The park is made up of 12 distinct regional areas that are each destinations and offer their own adventures. This state park is made up of both public and private land and has
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The Adirondacks in spring is a welcome sight after a long, dark, and cold winter. As plants, animals, and insects begin to wake up you feel rejuvenated spotting buds on the trees and spring woodland wildflowers like Jack-in-the-pulpit, Witch hobble, and White Trilliums, and Spring Beauty. As snow and ice melt the opportunities to explore
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The Adirondack mountains are a birdwatching haven with more than 100 different species of birds to spot! This serene activity is best done in the spring when many species are migrating back to the region but a number of birds can be seen year-round as residents. Birds are prevalent in the many hiking and natural
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