Travel to the Adirondacks by Rail with Amtrak

Six million acres of mountains, woods, waterways, parks and villages. Starting points: Fort Edward-Glens Falls, Whitehall, Ticonderoga, Port Henry, Westport, Port Kent, Plattsburgh and Rouses Point.

Adirondack Mountains Local Guide

Outdoor Attractions

Breweries

Museums

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Restaurants

Cideries

Cool Towns

Ski Resorts

Hit the slopes at New York's largest skiable area. | Photo from Gore Mountain

Landmarks

Hockey Arenas

Herb Brooks Arena | Photo from Photo from White Face, Lake Placid, NY

Nightlife

Things to Do

Winter Attractions

Hotels

Theater

Adirondack Mountains Articles

All Aboard, Fido & Fluffy | Travel with Pets on Amtrak NY | Photo from Amtrak

All Aboard, Fido and Fluffy!

NYBR Staff September 3, 2020

Don’t leave your furry friend at home this #holiday season! Make a reservation to #travel with your pet on @Amtrak. #travelingwithpets #petsonamtrak #amtrakpets #holidaytraveling

Relaxing at Million Dollar Beach | Photo by Lisa Ballard

Making a Splash at Million Dollar Beach

Lisa Ballard July 23, 2020

Nothing says “family vacation” more than Million Dollar Beach! Throw some cold drinks and a picnic lunch in a cooler. Grab a couple of folding chairs, oversized towels, a pail and a shovel. It’s time to check off Million Dollar Beach, and some of the best beaches across NY off your bucket list.

The Wild Center, Wild Walk | Photo Courtesy of The Wild Center

Outdoor Adventures in the Adirondacks

Lisa Ballard August 22, 2019

For those who love to get outside on a getaway, the Adirondacks are a gem. ‘Nothing new about that. As the railroads expanded into the region during the 1800s, the Adirondacks became the preferred summer destination for city dwellers who wished to cool off, breathe fresh air, and escape into nature. Many of the country’s most influential industrial tycoons spent [...] Continue reading