Landslides close Avalanche Pass trail
Several routes in the High Peaks around Mount Colden, Algonquin Peak and Mount Marcy have closed until further notice.
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Lake Placid hidden gem: Hiking Seymour Mountain
By Tim Rowland
Seymour Mountain near Lake Placid delivers spectacular Adirondack views with minimal crowds, making it the perfect hidden gem for hikers seeking solitude.
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Motorized wheelchairs return to remote Adirondack historic site
A DEC program that helps people with disabilities access one of the Adirondacks’ most remote historic sites is returning for a second year.
Scarface Mountain Trail in Ray Brook to reopen this fall after bridge replacement
By Mike Lynch
Work to restore access to a popular hiking trail to start in August.
Linger on the Leichter Trail
By Tim Rowland
The 1.5 mile hike provides options for views of High Peaks and Champlain Valley farms
After dark adventures: Prime time summer fly fishing in the Adirondacks
Major insect hatches make for epic night time fishing
Goodnow Mountain trail to close July 7 for repairs
By Melissa Hart
Popular Newcomb fire tower hike to temporarily close for repairs
Motorized wheelchair program returns to Great Camp Santanoni
Accessibility devices to become available starting July 5
Crane Mountain Paint Mine features high bluffs and history
By Tim Rowland
Remnants of the Glen Mining Co. paint plant dot the scenic hike between Huckleberry and Crane mountains
GRB canoe brand to move inside Blue Line
Canoe enthusiast takes over line of racing boats