(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) 891-7450
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...
(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...
Floodwood Rd
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The Long Pond to Little Pink Pond canoe route takes you into the St. Regis Canoe area.
Bluff Island, part of the Saranac Lake Islands Campground, is set aside for day use only and makes a fantastic destination for this trip. The paddling route begins on smaller ponds and gradually opens into Lower Saranac Lake. This trip...
Route 86
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Right in town and totally beautiful: that's Lake Colby. The lake is dense with plant growth in some areas, which is fun to explore if you are interested in water plants like water lilies and grasses.
Second Pond to the Lower Locks on the Saranac River is a beautiful trip that ends at a unique lock, and it is an easy paddle with lots of opportunities to observe wildlife.
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Paddling this stretch of the Saranac River brings you downstream at an easy pace, and is great for beginner paddlers. The winding river brings you past the Moose Pond trailhead, an optional carry and paddle, to your endpoint at McCasland Bridge. This...
Bayside Drive
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
This paddling route begins on Lower Saranac Lake and takes you into a quiet creek where you will have the opportunity to observe wildlife.
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
This paddle offers a close-to-town paddle with a backcountry feel. Reaching Oseetah Lake from Second Pond, you'll be able to spot some classic Saranac Lake mountains, including Scarface and Mckenzie. This paddling trip is also part of the Saranac Lake...
1347 Pine St
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The Saranac River is a beautiful meandering river. You start right in town and drift downstream into a more wild setting.
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
A classic paddle that start in South Creek, traverses Middle Saranac Lake, and leads to Lower Saranac Lake through the Saranac River. The trip ends between First and Second Pond, and is a mix of incredible scenic lake paddling with mountains views...
Riverside Park
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Considered the waterway equivalent of the Appalachian Trail, the NFCT is a 740 mile-long paddling route that starts in the Adirondacks.
Forest Home Road
Lake Clear, NY 12945
Beyond Lake Clear itself, the Outlet is a great place to explore wildlife and plants!
Floodwood Road
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Polliwog Pond is one of the deeper ponds in the area reaching up to 70 feet in some areas. It is well known for being a great place for trout fishing. Polliwog Pond is also a great place to swim from the shoreline with its sandy white beaches.
7777 NY-30
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Paddle adjacent to Adirondack Great Camps, and across the scenic waterways first known by the indigenous people's who utilized these waters for thousands of years.
Route 3
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Upper Saranac Lake is the longest of the Saranac Lakes and offers supreme paddling opportunities.
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Church Pond is a picturesque, roadside body of water that is equally fun to canoeing or just stop for a photo. Either way, you can't go wrong. Church Pond is on Paul Smith's Conservation Easement lands, and is open for public recreation.
Route 3
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The Middle Saranac Lake to Lower Saranac Lake trip offers spectacular views and the chance to paddle through the manually operated Upper Locks. The route begins on South Creek where you are surrounded by bog plants including sundew...
Fish Hatchery Road
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
The lowdown Little Clear Pond is a fairly large pond with numerous points to explore. It is a great pond to take your time on to explore the shorelines. A sandy beach can be found on the eastern shore of a prominent rock, a popular place to picnic and...
NY-30
Saranac Lake, NY 12983
Paddle this introductory loop, filled with backcountry lakes and short portages, across some of the more stories waterways in the state.
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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.
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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.
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Safety First
Ensure you have packed all paddling essentials, including a personal flotation device (PFD), appropriate clothing, navigation and first-aid equipment.
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Clean, Drain, Dry
Wash/decontaminate watercraft to prevent the spread of non-native aquatic invasive species by practicing clean, drain, dry.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.