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Adirondack Waterways guide | Our Sponsors
The Adirondacks contain more than 3,000 lakes and ponds and 6,000 miles of rivers and streams. Paddling ranges from rolling whitewater chutes to glassy ponds where deer stop to drink; from a short circuit around a scenic lake to a multi-day river and lake trip.
Featured Canoe/Kayak Trips:
"Paddling a Gentle River" by Tom Woodman of the Adirondack Explorer
"Idyll on Schuyler Island" by Brian Mann of the Adirondack Explorer
"Let the Good Times Flow" by Phil Brown of the Adirondack Explorer
Canoe/Kayak Maps
This site features an interactive map of waterways with descriptions of the waterway routes. Use the online waterways map to help you decide where to go on your next paddle, and to find nearby accommodations. However, do not use the online maps for navigation. Visit our list of guide books & maps for the most detailed waterways navigation information available.
