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What to do

So, you’re considering a first vacation to Saranac Lake, New York. Between the mountains, lakes, rivers, and forests, the scenery alone is enough to persuade you to visit! But Saranac Lake is much more than pretty landscapes and vistas. The Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York provide endless inspiration for leisure travelers, artists, explorers, athletes, and chefs. Downtown Saranac Lake is full of art galleries, museums, unique shops, and delicious restaurants. Of course, nature is never very far from downtown: within minutes you could be hiking, cross-country skiing, cycling, snowshoeing, canoeing, ice fishing, or golfing. Whether you're new to outdoor experiences or are looking for your next expert challenge, Saranac Lake has something outdoors for you.

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Community culture

A decidedly different mountain town

The locals here describe the village as “decidedly different.” That means the people are proud to color outside the lines and represent the unique culture of the area. Explore historic hotels, experience nature firsthand, or dine on the freshest local ingredients in Saranac Lake. Make your next vacation decidedly different and authentically Adirondack in Saranac Lake.

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Saranac Lake Visitor Guide

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Breathe deep, relax, and enjoy vacation Saranac Lake style! Find out more with our Visitor’s Guide to Saranac Lake to get the inside scoop.
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Weird History of Saranac Lake: 10 True Tales You Won’t Believe

There’s no place quite like Saranac Lake, and that’s not just small-town pride talking. This isn’t your typical mountain town. It’s a place where people once came on purpose to be sick, where an Ice Palace crowns winter royalty, and where celebrities from Einstein to Lana Del Rey have left their mark, sometimes quite literally.

A man points to a mountain range covered in foliage in the fall.
A Local’s Guide to Fall Hiking in Saranac Lake

Two locals share their favorite ways to experience fall hiking in Saranac Lake, highlighting peaceful nature walks, challenging summit climbs, coffee stops, and places to refuel afterward.

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