If you want to swim comfortably in the town beach please be aware of the young lifeguard boys that…read morethrow a wet baseball in the water and hits into other people. People have made complains to the town supervisor but nothing was done about it because I got nicked on my shoulder the next day! The town hires young lifeguards that don't take their role seriously and they think it's playtime and okay to have their friends play with them while on duty. If the beach won't allow young kids to have air flotation devices then why are lifeguards allowed to throw baseballs in the water?

Tucked away in the mountains of the Adirondacks, this picturesque destination place is one of the…read moremost peaceful you'll find! Kayaking, boating, swimming, walk-in along the shores or catching a concert on the beach, this place has it all! Need a place to get away from all the hustle and bustle of city life, politics, and news? Look no further!!! Bonus: if you enjoy opera you're in luck, the Seagle Festival, https://seaglefestival.org/, is a real summer treat!

You don't want to miss this , even if u r staying in lake George .. loveeee the serenity and…read morecalmness in mirror lake .. wish we stayed back a night ... the whole town is so relaxed .. it's a lil expensive though ... parking is a mess here and that's why the 4 rating.. if not it would be a five out of five :) Wait for the sunset and then the magic starts .. clouds and reflections are breathtaking during sunset .. it truly looks like a mirror . Love this place and will visit back again .. 4/5

This is the main attraction and center of Lake Placid. I came in November so the lake wasn't frozen…read moreover yet. If you come when it's frozen, you can ice skate or tobagganing ($5 for kids and double the cost for adults). They have a 30 foot ramp/chute that tobaggans can go on. It looks scary to me but I am sure it's fun for those adrenaline junkies and brave tobagganers. In the summer you can canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddle-board. Ironman competitions take place here too. There are fun ducks and seagulls to look at around the lake. It was more boring during the time that I came since it was too late for summer lake activities and too early for winter lake activities.

Smuggler's Notch State Park provides hiking, camping, nature programs, and mountain biking…read more Smuggler's Notch Park got its name because In 1807, President Thomas Jefferson passed an embargo act forbidding American trade with Great Britain and Canada. This was a severe hardship for northern Vermonters, since Montreal was closer than other markets in the US. Many local people continued illegal trade with Canada, herding cattle and carrying other goods through the Notch. Later, fugitive slaves used the Notch as an escape route to Canada. During the Prohibition years, liquor was smuggled from Canada over the improved road built in 1922. My mother and I just rode through and it was miles of the park with different areas to explore. The we're many hikers and explorers out. All I can say is the mountains are beautiful and the atmosphere is amazing. I would definitely want to come back in fall to see the trees change colors.

I love this twisty road! The spring is a must stop for a drink of water literally flowing out of…read morethe mountain. It's usually gorgeous in the fall but we missed the leaves this year. There are plenty of places to stop and hike along the notch. It's really a beautiful place.

This place is a bust. There is nothing here other than a couple of farm animals. Nothing like the…read morewebsite. It's run down and outdated, empty enclosures everywhere. This could have maybe been something cool 10-20 years ago, but now it's just a dying business. We were all disappointed. Please don't bother with this place.

We went without checking reviews, we wish that we would have because it is nothing like you see in…read morethe pamphlet that we found . In the pamphlet you are very much deceived , you see so many animals that have supposedly been rescued and live here . We were greeted by a kindly gentlemen and he told us about birds and some goats, a bird that was magpie and bluejay mixed and a few other animals. After we entered through a door into the refuge we were told there are no mammals, we continued to listen and soon we're told a story of birds and evolution , this guy made an effort to make CHRISTIANS look stupid for believing that God created these creatures. Needless to say we saw chickens, a goose, some guinea pigs, a falcon , three goats , a turtle , and a snake. This guy shouldn't be able to deceive people , the pamphlets should be removed from public places and people should not be led astray. False advertising should be against the law.

We went here on a whim while visiting Schroon Lake. What a nice surprise! We had a great time…read moreexploring and hiking through the bridges and caves. I think there's potential to expand the trails but we had a great time. Overall about 1.5-2 hrs to take your time and explore all the trails

Just had an amazing time at the only Caves in the Adirondacks! We had a blast walking down and…read moreexploring the caves. All the caves are outdoors and can be self guided! Perfect for families but be careful to wear sneakers as some areas are slippery! We brought our newborn and it wasn't too bad! Just go slow if you're also with elderly parents. Fun place!

Nice public view of the lake. If you're not from around here, this place can be kind of difficult…read moreto find. But a gem once you get there.

Love this sweet little beach by Knowlton! The lake is shallow here and quite warm, but deep enough…read moreto get a good swim and even do some laps. It's surrounded by trees and the occasional kayaker meanders past, and the beach area has a lifeguard, picnic tables, and a nice sandy beach for lazing and kids playing. It's not overrun with folks and it's clean and relaxing and I love it. It's a good 1.5hrs from Montreal (not including traffic) and that prob keeps the crowds down. The best part might be the little casse croute run by a local dad and some kids. They make the hot dogs and burgers and things when you order them on a small hotplate and chat with you at the window while you wait. It's delicious and cheap and perfect.

Burton lsland State Park has to be the ultimate in the camping experience !…read more I have frequented many parks over my lifetime, and Burton Island is among the happiest in my camping experiences . There is not one draw-back that l can think of here. It has epic beauty. The trees and forests with lake views are magnificent. Everything is sanitary. Vermont people are exceedingly clean and conscientious about their surroundings. Camp sites are pristine. Restrooms are equipped and clean and accessible. If you are counting on an amazing camping trip, look forward to visiting Burton lsland !

As we are driving home to Boston we are feeling incredibly thankful to have visited Burton Island…read moreState Park. By far our favorite campground we've been to. Park at Kill Kare State Park and take the Island Runner to Burton Island, about a 10 minute ride. The ferry crew help to load your items onto the boat and you can pay $10 to have it delivered to your site.  Upon boarding the ferry, crew member Morgan welcomed us and gave us an overview of the Island and how everything worked. She recommended alternative swimming areas and prime sunset viewing spots. Morgan remembered us on our way back a few days later. She really made our visit that much more memorable, and the rest of the staff were super friendly as well. The island is equipped with showers & bathrooms (don't forget quarters!), trash & recycling recepticals, water spickets, kayak & canoe rentals, and weekly nature/survival lessons for kids. There are a few hiking trails and even some secret spots where you can post up and hang on the water for the day.   They offer traditional tent sites and lean-tos - some of which are right on the water. We plan to book one of these next time. Wood is available for purchase but be sure to ask for dry wood depending on recent weather conditions. The best spot about BI is the store, which is stocked with pretty much everything camping-related: beer & wine, drinks, snacks, ice, souveniers, etc. The store has a small kitchen with a grill and they make sandwiches and sides cooked to order. All of it is reasonably priced, and they accept credit/debit cards. Overall this experience was a very unique one but extremely rewarding. I highly recommend visiting Burton Island!!!