The Adirondacks
The Great Northern Wilderness
Six million acres of peaks, lakes, and Great Camps in upstate New York.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why The Adirondacks.
Hike the 46 High Peaks around Lake Placid.
Paddle pristine lakes and quiet ponds.
Historic Great Camps and lakeside lodges.
Two-time Winter Olympics host (Lake Placid).
The east's biggest wilderness escape.
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The Adirondacks pack six million acres of mountains, lakes, and forest into upstate New York — hike the High Peaks, paddle glassy lakes, and bunk in a rustic Great Camp. Lake Placid's Olympic legacy is the cherry on top.
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Safety Overview
The Adirondacks
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
If It’s Safe Travel… Travel Well.
Before You Travel
Five minutes of preparation means your whole group has emergency numbers, hospitals and your GPS location available offline — no WiFi needed when it matters most.
Traveling to The Adirondacks with a pet?
🇺🇸 United States has specific entry rules — microchip, rabies, permits and more. See exactly what your pet needs before you book.
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