It's an exciting time to be here
Saranac Lake is home to more than 5,000 people, and thanks to its creative spirit and welcoming atmosphere, the village is constantly evolving. This is a place where people are truly invested in the community, and it shows. Their contributions help make Saranac Lake better for both residents and visitors, from improving infrastructure to attracting new people, events, and ideas. It’s why you’ll find free live music throughout the week every summer. It’s why our parks feel both relaxing and inspiring. It’s why our menus are crafted by world-class chefs. And it’s why artists come here to visit galleries and paint the landscape. We’re decidedly different and proudly determined—so don’t just visit. Become part of something vibrant and growing!
Big things are happening in Saranac Lake. From the heart of downtown to the wild edges of the Adirondacks, our community is investing in bold, meaningful projects that celebrate creativity, history, and connection to nature.
What's new in Saranac Lake
- A brand-new Pendragon Theatre is under construction on Woodruff Street, with an anticipated opening in spring 2026.
- A $3 million grant is supporting the creation of accessible wildland trail systems near Saranac Lake and throughout the Adirondacks.
- Baldwin Park is being redesigned as a waterfront destination focused on fishing, paddling, and boating, with scenic views enhanced by new boardwalks and pathways.
- The historic Trudeau Sanatorium campus is being transformed into Trudeau Village, a mixed-use neighborhood with apartments and commercial space.
- Upgrades are being planned for Boothe and William Morris Parks, with fundraising underway to improve riverwalk access, pathways, and public gathering spaces.
- Historic Saranac Lake has completed restoration work on the Trudeau Building next to the Saranac Laboratory Museum, with exhibit installation and interior work now underway; new exhibits and educational programming are expected to open to the public by summer 2026.
- In July 2025, The Wall Street Journal featured the region in a story about a hut-to-hut canoe adventure, highlighting Saranac Lake’s role in sustainable, history-rich outdoor tourism.
