Lake Lila is one of the most scenic lakes in the Adirondacks (or anywhere really) and tucked up along the shore of Lila, Mount Frederica offers a big view. It's an easy 7 mile round trip to this overlook, the only catch is the Lake Lila access road. It's five …
Camp Santanoni Historic Area
The Santanoni Great Camp on Newcomb Lake is a five mile walk/bike/ski on a gravel road closed to vehicle traffic (10 mile round trip). The camp has been partially restored and you can't beat the setting.
Directions | From the Long Lake head towards Newcomb on Route 28N. After … |
Blue Mountain
The moderate climb to the firetower on Blue Mountain provides great views of the lake country to the southwest and the High Peaks to the northeast.
Directions | From Long Lake, proceed south on Rte. 30 towards Blue Mountain Lake. As you approach the village the parking area is at the … |
Hitchens Pond Overlook
This is where locals take their friends to show off how great it is to live in the Adirondacks. An attractive walk to a view that elicits "wow" from all who see it.
Directions | From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 13 miles turn … |
Goodnow Mountain: Views of the High Peaks
Goodnow Mountain is all about the view. From the fire tower many of the High Peaks feel close at hand.
Directions | From the Long Lake head towards Newcomb on Route 28N. It's eleven miles to the well marked parking area on the right. If by chance you see the entrance … |
Winding Falls - Bog River
An easy hike to one of the best waterfalls in the Adirondacks. Longer loop trips are also possible.
Directions | From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 13 miles turn left onto NY Route 421. Signs point the way to the “Bog River and Lows … |
Mud Pond Mountain: Cedarlands Easement
Mud Pond Mountain offers great views for a modest effort. This route passes through a conservation easement and the area is closed to the public from June 24 thru August 22nd.
Directions | From Long Lake, drive toward Tupper Lake on Route 30. After a half mile, turn right on Kickerville … |
North Hudson Ski-Loop
The trail descends along the Goodnow River to its' confluence with the Hudson. The route then twists along near the Hudson for a mile before climbing back to a trail junction near the start. The loop covers a total of 4.5 miles.
Directions | Directions From Long Lake, drive east … |
Slim Pond and Bear Pond
An easy 3.6 mile round trip hike. The trailhead is accessed from Route 28 between Blue Mountain Lake and Raquette Lake
Directions | The Slim Pond trailhead is accessed from Route 28 between Blue Mountain Lake and Raquette Lake. From Blue Mountain Lake head south on Route 28 towards Raquette … |