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Birding
Birding at the VIC
8023 NY-30
Paul Smiths
(518) 327-6241

Every habitat found in the Adirondacks has a spot at the VIC, except alpine. Without question, this has made the VIC a birding haven.

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Fishing Holes, Flatwater Paddles, Ice Fishing, Boat Launch Sites
Jones Pond
Brighton

Jones Pond is a popular fishing, paddling, and camping destination. Its ease of access, connectivity with a couple other ponds, and primitive camp sites make it a worthwhile destination for both day use and an overnight trip. How to get there From the...

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Parks
Dorsey Park
Dorsey Street Bridge
Saranac Lake
(518) 891-1990

This park has a secluded location near the Dorsey Street Bridge, which makes it an ideal spot to sit and reflect near the river.

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The Saranac Chain is full of lively fish.
Fishing Holes
Lower Saranac Lake
Route 3
Saranac Lake
(518) 891-1990

Lower Saranac Lake is one of the best fishing lakes in the Adirondacks, especially for largemouth bass.

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Arts and Culture, Outdoor Adventures
Saranac Lake Bug Crawl
Riverside Park
Saranac Lake

The bugs are back in Saranac Lake! Don't worry- these bugs don't bite. In fact, they are here to play! This summer, you're invited to participate in the Bug Crawl of Saranac Lake! This educational scavenger hunt brings fun to kids and kids-at-heart...

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Rock Climbing
McKenzie Pond Boulders
McKenzie Pond Road
Saranac Lake
(518) 523-2445

The McKenzie Pond boulders offer some of the best in the park. Whether you're looking to get some quick laps or a full day destination, its four full boulder fields are sure to offer plenty to explore.

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Parks
Vest Pocket Park
Main Street
Saranac Lake
(518) 891-1990

Nestled between the Saranac Lake Free Library and The Village Mercantile, this park is a pleasant place to relax while shopping downtown or to read a book.

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Fishing Holes
Sumner Brook
Oregon Plains Road
Bloomingdale
(518) 891-1990

Directions to Access Points From downtown Saranac Lake take Bloomingdale Avenue to Route 3, follow Route 3 for 7 miles. At the four corners in Bloomingdale continue onto State Street. At the end of State Street veer right onto Oregon Plains Road...

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Swimming, Attractions, Nature and Historic Walks
Middle Saranac Lake Beach
Saranac Lake

Pull up with your boat or hike the short trail to this beach. Either way, you'll be met with the soft sands and beautiful scenery that surrounds Middle Saranac Lake.

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Nature and Historic Walks, Parks
The Pines Trail
Pine Street
Saranac Lake
(518) 891-1990

The Pines are an interesting network of trails over a relatively small area. It is a lovely area for the entire family to use and an excellent dog walking destination.

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