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Old Forge in the Western Adirondacks offers rustic surroundings with a twist of modern adventure – no matter what the season!
Get ready for an exciting getaway to Old Forge in the Adirondacks! Experience summer fun and state-of-the-art adventure at the Enchanted Forest / Water Safari, New York's largest water theme park with more than 50 rides and attractions including 32 of the wildest water rides found anywhere. To round out your day, take a relaxing ride and sip fine wines on board the Adirondack Scenic Railroad or get a more up-close-and-personal view on a railbike from Adirondack Scenic Railbike Adventures.
Still want more? There's nearly every recreational activity you'll ever want in Old Forge - so why not try hiking, white water rafting, canoeing & kayaking, nature exploration, or camping in the Region !
.. Old Forge in the Western Adirondacks region offers rustic surroundings with a twist of modern adventure - during both Summer and Winter !
All that fresh Adirondack air and fun creates a hearty appetite. From the downhome barbecue offerings of the Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill to the upscale yet homey farm-to-table dishes at Misters Bistro, you'll enjoy delicious options to suit everyone's taste.
To rest up for your next adventure, check out the the area's well-appointed accommodations like the upscale Great Pines Resort, or the four-story lakeside hotel, Water's Edge Inn. For those who love to camp, you can pitch your tent (or unhitch your RV) at the Old Forge Camping Resort, a year-round complex that boasts more than 400 sites located right next to the Enchanted Forest Water Safari.
And when the winter snows begin to fall, Old Forge transforms itself into the "Snowmobile Capital of the East" - and connects the local snowmobile trails to all major snowmobile trail systems in Upstate New York. Just minutes away, McCauley Mountain offers some of the finest downhill skiing in the Eastern U.S. It's here that you'll find the amazing year-round chair lift that offers panoramic views of this spectacular region.
Still want more? There's nearly every recreational activity you'll ever want in Old Forge - so why not try hiking, white water rafting, canoeing & kayaking, nature exploration, or camping in the Region !
.. Old Forge in the Western Adirondacks region offers rustic surroundings with a twist of modern adventure - during both Summer and Winter !
All that fresh Adirondack air and fun creates a hearty appetite. From the downhome barbecue offerings of the Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill to the upscale yet homey farm-to-table dishes at Misters Bistro, you'll enjoy delicious options to suit everyone's taste.
To rest up for your next adventure, check out the the area's well-appointed accommodations like the upscale Great Pines Resort, or the four-story lakeside hotel, Water's Edge Inn. For those who love to camp, you can pitch your tent (or unhitch your RV) at the Old Forge Camping Resort, a year-round complex that boasts more than 400 sites located right next to the Enchanted Forest Water Safari.
And when the winter snows begin to fall, Old Forge transforms itself into the "Snowmobile Capital of the East" - and connects the local snowmobile trails to all major snowmobile trail systems in Upstate New York. Just minutes away, McCauley Mountain offers some of the finest downhill skiing in the Eastern U.S. It's here that you'll find the amazing year-round chair lift that offers panoramic views of this spectacular region.
Best Time of Year June - September |
Suggested Getaway time 2 to 5 days |
Enchanted Water Safari Click for ticket options |
Adirondack Scenic RR Avg. ticket price: $25-40 |
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Adirondack Hatchery
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Arrowhead Park
Located on beautiful Fourth Lake, guest can enjoy spectacular sunsets, swimming, tennis, baseball, picnics and playing on the playground.
Mitchell Ponds
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