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.

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Relaxing at Million Dollar Beach | Photo by Lisa Ballard

Making a Splash at Million Dollar Beach

  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.

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

Outdoor Adventures in the Adirondacks

  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