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Perfect Adirondack location

The Adirondack Hub sits at the edge of the High Peaks in the Adirondack Mountains, nestled between two of New York State's premier wilderness areas: Pharaoh Lake and Hoffman Notch. This region is a winter wonderland with expansive, open wild spaces ready for adventure—so bundle up and explore!

There are incredible trails to enjoy, especially during the snowy season! From the groomed paths at the Adirondack Interpretive Center in Newcomb to the slopes of Gore Mountain. The vast network of wilderness routes are perfect for skiing or snowshoeing, there’s no shortage of ways to immerse yourself in nature.

Looking for more thrills? Try ice fishing on pristine lakes, sledding down snow-covered hills, or gliding on skates at local rinks. Whether you’re an experienced outdoor enthusiast or new to Adirondack winter fun, a local guide can help you make the most of your visit.

Leave No Trace and Love Your ADK

The magic of the Adirondacks is the result of previous generations taking the long view and protecting the mountains, lakes, and rivers within the Blue Line. That tradition continues today as we support and encourage everyone to practice Leave No Trace ethics, which help protect the lands and waters of the Adirondacks.

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An Adirondack Adventure

The Adirondack HUB offers endless wilderness adventures to last a lifetime. This winter, discover the heart of the central Adirondack Mountains by gliding across trails on skis, trekking with snowshoes, or dashing through the snow on sleds!

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Leave No Trace 7 Principles

The Adirondack Park provides a haven of pristine wilderness in New York state’s northernmost reaches. It also offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities for explorers of all ages and experience levels! While you enjoy your visit, please keep the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace in mind. Set forth by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, and championed by many partners within the Adirondack Park, these principles will not only improve your own nature experience, but they help preserve this unparalleled natural wonder for generations to come.

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Know before you go
 
 
Be prepared! Remember food, water, and clothes to protect you from cold, heat, and rain.     
Use maps to plan where you’re going. Check them along the way so you’ll stay on course and avoid getting lost. Learn about the areas you plan to visit.
2
Stick to trails and camp overnight right
 
 
Walk and ride on designated trails to protect trailside plants. Camp only on existing or designated campsites to avoid damaging vegetation.
3
Trash your trash and pick up poop
 
 
Pack it in, pack it out. Put litter—even crumbs, peels and cores—in garbage bags and carry it home. Use bathrooms or outhouses when available. If they're not available, bury human waste in a small hole 6-8 inches deep and 200 feet or 70 big steps from water and the trail.
4
Leave it as you find it
 
 
Leave plants, rocks, and historical items as you find them so others can enjoy them. Treat living plants with respect. Carving, hacking, or peeling plants may kill them.
5
Be careful with fire
 
 
Use a camp stove for cooking. Stoves are easier to cook on and create less impact than a fire. If you want to have a campfire, be sure it’s permitted and safe to build a fire in the area you’re visiting. Use only existing fire rings to protect the ground from heat. Keep your fire small.
6
Keep wildlife wild
 
 
Observe wildlife from a distance and never approach, feed or follow them. Human food is unhealthy for all wildlife and feeding them starts bad habits. Protect wildlife and your food by securely storing your meals and trash.
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Share our trails and manage your pet
 
 
Be considerate when passing others on the trail. Keep your pet under control to protect it, other visitors, and wildlife. Be sure the fun you have outdoors does not bother anyone else. Remember, other visitors are there to enjoy the outdoors too.

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