Coney, Adams, and Treadway reward snowshoers with spectacular views for only moderate effort. By Spencer Morrissey Snowshoeing in the Adirondacks has a long history. Originally a means of travel, it is now a popular recreational pastime. … [Read more...] about Coney, Adams and Treadway
Eastern
Round Pond and East Mill Flow
Exploring a frozen paradise Cross-country skiers take advantage of fresh powder to visit East Mill Flow and Round Pond. By Phil Brown It was a nearly perfect day for a ski tour. The sun was out, and fresh powder covered … [Read more...] about Round Pond and East Mill Flow
Gore-to-Garnet traverse
A magical history tour By Alan Wechsler The best ski trip from Gore Mountain does not involve a chairlift. Rather, it’s an all-day cross-country tour offered by the folks at Garnet Hill Lodge, which takes skiers from the shoulder of Gore along … [Read more...] about Gore-to-Garnet traverse
Moose Mountain Pond
Park’s Banana Belt is appealing By Phil Brown I had made a date earlier in the week to go cross-country skiing with my daughter, so when I awoke to find several inches of fresh sugary powder in Saranac Lake, I looked forward to a great … [Read more...] about Moose Mountain Pond
Cat and Thomas Mountains
2 bangs for the buck. Photos by Carl Heilman II By Phil Brown As a photographer, Carl Heilman has captured hundreds of great views in the Adirondacks. One of his favorites is the view of Lake George from Cat Mountain, so when he suggested last … [Read more...] about Cat and Thomas Mountains
Vanderwhacker Mountain
A summit for all seasons By Bill Ingersoll Picture the Adirondacks as they were just after the glaciers departed: Windswept peaks rise naked from the gravelly aftermath of the Ice Age, temporarily bare of soil and forest. Soon enough they … [Read more...] about Vanderwhacker Mountain