(518) 282-3334
250 Lake Flower Ave
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
A premier Adirondack boating destination, HK Waterfront offers unparalleled access to the Saranac Chain of Lakes. Our docks are within walking distance of downtown Saranac Lake, a vibrant shopping and dining district in the heart of the Adirondack Park.
(518) 891-1838
73 Dorsey Street
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
St. Regis Canoe Outfitters is ideally situated with two bases on the water: Our Saranac Lake Base is in the village right on the Saranac River, a part of the 740 mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. Our Floodwood Outpost is on Floodwood Pond at the edge...
(518) 891-7450
8 Church Street
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters is your one stop, full service paddling and outdoor shop. We have a complete rental and outfitting service available and 20 years of guiding and instruction experience in the Adirondacks. Whether you're a skilled...
Floodwood Road
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Floodwood Pond is a popular launching point for paddling adventures. It's is remote but close enough that it doesn't take an entire day to get there. You'll only find peace and quiet here.
Floodwood Rd
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The Long Pond to Little Pink Pond canoe route takes you into the St. Regis Canoe area.
581 Keese Mill Rd
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Paddle this peaceful stretch of river from Keese Mills Road to Paul Smith's College.
The Paul Smiths area is marvelous paddling among interesting lakes.
Brighton, NY 12970
Jones Pond is a popular fishing, paddling, and camping destination. Its ease of access, connectivity with a couple other ponds, and primitive camp sites make it a worthwhile destination for both day use and an overnight trip. How to get there From the...
A pond surrounded by bright green pine trees
Brighton, NY 12970
Osgood Pond, located near the Paul Smith's College VIC, is a 500-acre body of water that has fantastic multi-season fishing, and opportunity for a couple different paddling day-trips. How to get there There are two launch sites for Osgood Pond. One...
An old tea house on a narrow strip of land in a pond

Leave No Trace 7 Principles

The Adirondack Park provides a haven of pristine wilderness in New York state’s northernmost reaches. It also offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities for explorers of all ages and experience levels! While you enjoy your visit, please keep the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace in mind. Set forth by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, and championed by many partners within the Adirondack Park, these principles will not only improve your own nature experience, but they help preserve this unparalleled natural wonder for generations to come.

1
Know before you go
 
 
Plan ahead and prepare by checking weather reports and wind conditions. Use maps to plan where you’re going and inform someone of your paddling plans, including your expected return time and route.
2
Safety First
 
 
Ensure you have packed all paddling essentials, including a personal flotation device (PFD), appropriate clothing, navigation and first-aid equipment.
3
Clean, Drain, Dry
 
 
Wash/decontaminate watercraft to prevent the spread of non-native aquatic invasive species by practicing clean, drain, dry.
4
Pack It In, Pack It Out
 
 
Put litter—even crumbs, peels and cores—in garbage bags and carry it home. Use bathrooms or outhouses when available. If they're not available, bury human waste in a small hole 6-8 inches deep and 200 feet or 70 big steps from water and the trail.
5
Keep Wildlife Wild
 
 
Description: Observe wildlife from a distance and never approach, feed, or follow them. Human food is unhealthy for all wildlife and feeding them starts bad habits. Protect wildlife and your food by securely storing your meals and trash.
6
Leave It As You Find It
 
 
Leave plants, rocks, and historical items as you find them so others can enjoy them. Treat living plants with respect.
7
Be Considerate
 
 
Be considerate of other paddlers and boaters by sticking to shorelines and avoiding channels, paddling in single-file lines, not blocking carries, and keeping voices quiet.