Fun in Saranac Lake

More than scenery

That's right! Our natural scenery is a year-round attraction, but there's more to this mountain village than its mountains.

Enjoy history with a self-guided tour of the village's unique "cure cottage" architecture, or join a walking tour that includes a stop in the Saranac Laboratory Museum. While you're downtown, visit the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation to learn all about one of the most fascinating mammals in the Adirondacks. Take a quick ride out of town to Paul Smiths, home of the Paul Smith's College Visitor Interpretive Center, an amazing location with trails through different habitats with interpretive signage.

As an added bonus many of the attractions listed below regularly host some of the best events happening in the Adirondacks! It's easy to find something fun to do in Saranac Lake!

The Time Traveler's Guide to Saranac Lake

In Saranac Lake, we love our history. From the region's earliest inhabitants -- the Iroquois people who hunted here -- through the first 19th century settlers to the development of the village as a health resort, Saranac Lake has plenty of stories to...

Perfect Paddling at the VIC

With 3,000 lakes and ponds and 30,000 miles of rivers and streams, there is definitely no shortage of places to paddle in the Adirondacks. And paddling at the Paul Smith's College VIC is the perfect way to explore some of those lakes!

Look But Don’t Touch: Loon Care in the Adirondacks

The Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation is a great way to learn about loons before hiking, camping, paddling, or fishing in the Saranac Lake region.

Adirondack Watersports

(518) 241-1775

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Dewey Mountain Recreation Center

(518) 891-2697

Route 3

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Dewey Mountain is one of Saranac Lake's recreational centers, open to everyone. It has Adirondack trails for all levels of skill. You will find plenty of family fun at Dewey! Dewey Links Dewey cross country skiing Dewey snowshoeing Dewey mountain biking

Saranac Lake Skateboard Park

(518) 354-3102

155 Church St

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

This is the best skate park in the North Country! But don't take our word for it - try it for yourselves!

Saranac Lake Marina

(518) 891-9999

4901 State Route 3

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Saranac Lake Marina Located in the prime spot on Lower Saranac Lake, access the Saranac chain of lakes Pontoon boat Rentals half day or full day Small boat rentals with New Honda 4-stroke engines. Full day or half day. Old Towne Saranac Canoes for...

Sail Adirondacks

(518) 524-0073

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Sail Adirondacks is the region’s only crewed sailing experience on a fleet of classic sailboats. With locations in Saranac Lake and Port Henry, Lake Champlain, you will have an opportunity to sail in the heart of the Adirondacks!

Farmhouse Go-Karts

(518) 586-1315

129 Hobart Road

Gabriels, NY 12939

Join us for an off-road, dirt-track experience in a go kart! Our course is 2 miles long and winds through 52 acres of old Christmas tree farm. These go karts are two seaters. Drivers must be 16 years or older. This is a great activity for families...

Paul Smith's College VIC

(518) 327-6241

8023 Route 30

Paul Smiths, NY 12970

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The Wild Center

(518) 359-7800

45 Museum Drive

Tupper Lake, NY 12986

Three years running, The Wild Center was named the People’s Choice top attraction in the Adirondacks by the readers of Adirondack Life. The Wild Center has also been named named "#2 science museum in the country" by readers of USA Today.

An exhibit at The Wild Center showing planet Earth

Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation

(518) 354-8636

75 Main Street

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Are you fascinated by the haunting call of a loon on an Adirondack lake? Learn more about these intriguing birds at the Adirondack Loon Center at 75 Main Street in Saranac Lake!

Charles Dickert Memorial Wildlife Museum

(518) 891-4190

109 Main St

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Museum featuring over 100 pieces created by master taxidermist Charles Dickert. Blue herons, bobcats, raccoons, white-tail deer, plus many other native species.

Adirondack Carousel

(518) 891-9521

2 Depot Street

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center

(518) 891-4150

92 Mt. Pisgah Lane

Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Mt. Pisgah is one of Saranac Lake's recreational centers, open to everyone. It has Adirondack trails for all levels of skill. You will find plenty of family fun at Pisgah! Pisgah Links Pisgah alpine skiing Pisgah mountain biking