Historic former resort features a surviving hotel annex, several cottages (including one that housed multiple presidents) and a history of famous visitors By Tom French Loon Lake is along a road less taken. You won’t pass it on your way from … [Read more...] about Loon Lake’s lifestyles of the rich and famous
History & Culture
A time of scorched mountains
HIstorian shares stories of early 20th century fires that swept through Adirondacks By Tim Rowland Today the Adirondacks beckon potential climate refugees, those fed up to the gills with broiling summers, a nonstop parade of tornadoes and … [Read more...] about A time of scorched mountains
A walk through Ticonderoga’s past
LaChute River trail provides scenic stroll By Richard Figiel Two centuries ago the pristine water of Lake George, at its northern end, tipped over a rock ledge into a thrilling Adirondacks sight. French trappers called it Riviere LaChute: a … [Read more...] about A walk through Ticonderoga’s past
Historic fire tower finds new home in Speculator
Makomis fire tower boasts easy access, Adirondack views By Jamie Organski While a 48-foot fire tower situated in the middle of a park is not commonplace, it paints a striking picture in Sacandaga Park in Speculator. The Makomis Fire Tower was … [Read more...] about Historic fire tower finds new home in Speculator
Riding like a stage coach
A scenic bike ride on the Carriage Road in town of Piercefield By Tom French Have you ever wanted to take a stagecoach ride along a primitive road in the Adirondacks with a team of horses barreling through the thick woods? Perhaps you’ve … [Read more...] about Riding like a stage coach
As ADA turns 32, recreation access must ‘get better’
DEC plans Adirondack campground upgrades to improve accessibility, amid scrutiny By James M. OdatoSince George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law on July 26, 1990, which prohibits discrimination based on disability, New … [Read more...] about As ADA turns 32, recreation access must ‘get better’