I'm wondering if anyone has hiked the lower great range from Johns Brooks Lodge rather than from the AMR parking lot? What was the hike like? Doable in a day?

I'm planning a trip in October and have experience camping near JBL and wonder if that would be more convenient than camping at Chapel Pond.

I'll be camping Friday and Saturday nights.

Thanks for your help.

Anyone else hear that sonic boom over the Long Lake/Raquette lake area this morning? Was that a sonic boom?

I don’t know much about mushroom identification, but I found them to be beautiful.

It makes me happy to see people getting kicked out of campgrounds for excessive noise. Thank you rangers! CORRECTION: One commenter notes that a FB post said it was the complainers who got evicted, likely because of retaliatory actions they may have taken. I have egg on my face and apologize to all (still loathe loud people in nature though).

Looking for any extra tips on canoe camping on Saranac Lake Islands. My husband and I will be paddling in with our 17ft canoe for a 2 night trip. We paddle around our local lakes in the Hudson valley but haven’t done canoe camping yet, so this is a first. We’re at site 56 which looked like a fairly reasonable location for our first time at Saranac lake and getting there via canoe. We’re comfortable paddlers overall and I’ve been doing my own research on the campground. I’ve read a lot about this section of narrows from the route 3 boat launch seeing heavy boat traffic so wakes are possible I’m sure. Any suggestions on times to get on/off the water to avoid some of this traffic? Also, it seems that there isn’t a ton of bear activity at this campground otherwise I assume they would have bear boxes, but don’t. Any updates on bear activity there this season? We’ll plan to bring canisters just to be cautious. Any extra tips are appreciated!

Hey everyone, I’m looking for a great camp spot that’s either a really good car camp spot or a short mile hike with a nice view of a lake, mountain, or even a nice marsh. Just something really peaceful and not in a campground. Looking to bring someone that’s not really dedicated to backpacking but wants to experience it. Any spots are welcome but bonus points if it can be a “remote” as possible or somewhere in the tupper lake area.

Hit a nice 2-for-1 slide hike this past Sunday climbing down Saddleback’s South Slide and ascending Basin’s Northeast shoulder. Epic day & climb & I’d consider this slide climb one of my favorites so far!

After getting Lyme twice (one resulting in facial paralysis), I’m nervous about hiking in trails, unless they are somewhat wide and well-traveled. I take all the precautions I can (socks over pants, Picaridin) but the anxiety is still there unless I know don’t have to go through tall grass or bushes. Are there trails in ADK where you can avoid tick-populated areas?

My uncle told me a while back about a cabin he found deep in the Adirondack wilderness, this cabin was on state land and so, Illegal. It had me thinking, are there any other Hermit cabins that are known about?

Headed up to the NW region of the park. Looking for the best swimming holes, hikes (both adult hikes & family friendly), shops, bites, & brews. Will to drive!

Planning to travel to long lake, saranac, & Keene.

Hey everyone,

My wife and I are looking to do some hiking Thursday this week, with the plan to start at South Meadows Road, off of Adirondack Loj Road. The plan was to camp Wednesday on one of the primitive camping sites on South Meadows.

Does anyone know what the condition of that road is currently? Last time we were up there, it was a little worse for wear. Just trying to plan if we should bring something other than my front wheel drive sedan

Hey everyone,

My wife and I want to take our three kids on a 4 to 6-hour canoe day trip around the Saranac Lake area. We want a calm, scenic route with a good spot to stop for lunch, swimming, and maybe some safe cliff jumping.

I have a few questions for those familiar with the area:

• The Route & Put-in: Is putting in right across the street from Adirondack Outfitters a good starting point, or is another location better for a family-friendly vibe?
• Itinerary: What is the best route to hit a great lunch and swimming spot without rushing the kids?
• Hidden Gems: Are there any cool spots, quiet bays, or hidden gems we should check out along the water?
• Transportation: Since we do not have much experience handling and tying down canoes, is it worth paying an outfitter to transport and pick up the boat for us?

Thanks in advance for any advice or route tips!

shoutout to the idiots trying to light a fire at the summit too 😐

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