Each year, community members gather to build the famous Ice Palace in Saranac Lake for Winter Carnival. It takes a village, but the end result is amazing!
A beautiful morning It was a sunny and warming morning when Wren, my dog, and I set off along the Bloomingdale Bog Trail to do some birding. We had walked the north end of the trail off Route 55 in Bloomingdale the previous week to check out the Gray...
Updated: November 13, 2015When the weather gets chilly, the chilly turn caffeinated. It's not just the coffee. Hot beverages, like chocolate or cider, are another famous Adirondack tradition we love to share.There's something special about warming...
The unique geography of the Adirondacks has created some distinctive cultural traditions. The remote location, rugged beauty, and abundant wilderness led the small village of Saranac Lake into ways of life we still observe today.Celebrate with us!WINT...
Early Season Cross-Country Ski DestinationsSure Saranac Lake is loaded with cross-country skiing destinations, but not all are perfect for early season conditions when snowfall is light and the base is very thin. But if you have the chance, these five...
Saranac Lake has a unique attraction which is readily accessible for almost everyone. It's like a village. Made of boulders.The McKenzie Pond Boulder Trail is just a few minutes from town, but has so much to offer. Whether we are looking for a quick...
There are many Halloween tales to be told in our corner of the Adirondacks. Some are well-known and some are well-hidden. This particular spooky bit of history is very obscure, even in Saranac Lake. The most well-known figure in the story, John Brown,...
Winter should not stop anyone from fishing. Cold temperatures beckon to the dedicated angler, who regards ice on frozen lakes the same way most people think of milkshakes: the thicker, the better. Snug shelters and fish finding skills come to the...
When we have special dietary needs, it's easy to feel like there is "nothing to eat." But in the Saranac Lake area, we have fresh food prepared in kitchens with real chefs in the back. Our servers will be sympathetic and quick to check with them. We'l...
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The Wild Center Family Getaway at Voco
Voco Saranac Lake
Enjoy 2 adult and 1 child admission tickets to The Wild Center, where nature meets discovery.
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Valid Nov. 23
- Nov. 23
weekly on Sunday until November 23, 2026
Industry Night Sundays at Bitters and Bones
Bitters & Bones
Industry Night Sundays - Bitters & Bones | 8–11 PM. All restaurant, bar, and hotel industry workers enjoy: 50% off draft beers, 50% off well...