Looking for outdoor adventures this holiday? Be prepared for all conditions
By Mike Lynch
Winds, thaws and freezes combine for diverse trail conditions
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2021 EXPLORED: New trails
By Mike Lynch
Crews added or improved several short Adirondack trails in 2021, so hikers seeking easier outings have more options now.
Solutions reporting: Visitor management
The Adirondack Explorer set out during the 2021 hiking season to learn more about visitor management strategies being tried—and some that seem to be working—in other popular recreation areas.
An updated trail for a popular hike
By Mike Lynch
ADK gets grant to fund trail work planned for Mt. Jo
A hike with charm and grit
By Tim Rowland
Short hike up Cheney offers a view to extraction history
Permits in the preserves
Do the experiences in the Catskills travel to the Adirondacks?
‘Everyone should have access to this joy’
By Times Union
ADK's first Black Summit Steward encourages people of color to explore Adirondack trails
Dual hiker shuttle programs wrap up season
State and local officials see demand for High Peaks shuttles, despite low ridership this year
A ledge with some edge
By Tim Rowland
Champlain Area Trails unveils new Broughton Ledges trek in Moriah
A 46er family
By Holly Riddle
Three generations of hikers take their place among the High Peaks finishers