By Mike Lynch Adirondack Loj Road, a gateway for hikers to the High Peaks, may be in line for some major infrastructure upgrades in the next few years. The state Department of Environmental Conservation is looking at building a new parking lot … [Read more...] about DEC looking to build parking lot off Adirondack Loj Road
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High Peaks advisory group recommends permits, new state entity in final report
By Gwendolyn Craig What’s old is new again when it comes to an advisory group report on managing increasing visitors in the Adirondack Park’s High Peaks. A permit system is also still part of the discussion. The state Department of … [Read more...] about High Peaks advisory group recommends permits, new state entity in final report
DEC stalling on release of High Peaks visitor recommendations
By Gwendolyn Craig The state Department of Environmental Conservation has delayed for months releasing an advisory group’s recommendations for managing visitors in the Adirondack Park’s High Peaks, leaving the public with piecemeal information … [Read more...] about DEC stalling on release of High Peaks visitor recommendations
2020 EXPLORED: High Peaks popularity
The Adirondack High Peaks’ popularity did not dwindle this year with coronavirus pandemic. The 46 peaks beckoned hikers across the northeast seeking solace and safety outdoors. But the argument that the mountains are getting too loved and overused … [Read more...] about 2020 EXPLORED: High Peaks popularity
ESF College foundation finds private buyer for Newcomb mansion
By Gwendolyn Craig A publicly owned historic mansion and surrounding forestland in the middle of the Adirondack Park could have a new private owner in the next few weeks. The State University of New York’s Environmental Science and Forestry … [Read more...] about ESF College foundation finds private buyer for Newcomb mansion
Shuttles, permits, visitor centers are part of latest High Peaks crowds talks
By Gwendolyn Craig The Adirondack Park and Catskills saw an impressive number of hikers this year, and with the season winding down, state and local organizations are assessing what to do to manage crowds next year. The flood of new people … [Read more...] about Shuttles, permits, visitor centers are part of latest High Peaks crowds talks