Following in a hermit’s footsteps
By Betsy Kepes
A backpacking trek through the Western High Peaks Wilderness and along Cold River follows the footsteps of Adirondack hermit Noah John Rondeau.
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Routes less traveled
By Mike Lynch
A list of lesser-used Adirondack Park trails where hikers may seek to spread out for some solitude.
Adirondack hiker shuttles shelved for year
By Tim Rowland
The state Department of Environmental Conservation provided a written statement confirming that it will work with the local governments to create a shuttle system with restroom and parking in 2022 to "play a critical role in helping to manage sustainable visitation in the High Peaks."
Trail running: From a pandemic pastime dawns a new passion
The Adirondacks host a number of run-friendly trails, abandoned railroad tracks, snowmobile trails, old logging roads, high clearance roads, seasonal access roads, and even just plain old dirt roads.
Six short spring hikes
Hiking in spring can have its rewards, even if it's messy at times.
Nun-ya business
By Lisa Ballard
A little-known herd path to Nun-da-ga-o Ridge
As hiking season approaches, ADK provides updated guidebook
By Mike Lynch
The Adirondack Mountain Club is doubling down on its efforts to educate backcountry users.
Trekking through farms and fields
By Mike Lynch
Champlain Valley trails offer a different kind of Adirondack experience for hikers.
12 snowshoe treks for all ages, abilities
Five articles that feature snowshoe treks for all skill levels, on trails that are located all over the Adirondacks.
Sunrise hikes give a whole different perspective
By Mike Lynch
Hikers seek ‘some of the most beautiful experiences in life’