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Winter in the Adirondacks

Snow-covered mountains, glistening white trails and frozen lakes provide endless winter fun. From outdoor adventure and snow-centric activities for all ages to unique seasonal experiences, there are so many ways to enjoy winter in the Adirondacks. What are you waiting for? Pull out your parka, lace up your boots and make your way to the Adirondacks, where the magic of winter is alive! 

Check out our list of 46 "peak" things to do in New York's Adirondacks this winter. And be sure to check out our list of annual events that come back each and every year because they are worth the encore. 

Snowboarding
Frozen Mirror Lake
Winter Hike

A Never-Never Land of Wonder

Four seasons of adventure and events in New York's Adirondacks

No matter the season, Adirondack communities love to celebrate with annual events that highlight the unique experiences and opportunities that the region has to offer. To live in the Adirondacks is to love the Adirondacks.

Visit and experience the wonder of the Adirondacks.

Winter Dreamland

Total Solar Eclipse 2024: Best Places to See in the Adirondacks

Viewing a total solar eclipse in the magnificence of New York’s six-million-acre Adirondack Park is a once-in-a-lifetime occasion worth the trip to experience.

 

On April 8, 2024, the Adirondacks will provide a breathtaking backdrop for the celestial display of a solar eclipse in its totality. This will be the first total solar eclipse in New York State since 1925. And the next will not happen until 2144. 

Mark your calendars. Plan a trip around this moment in history.

Things To Do In The Adirondack Regions

The Adirondack Regions feature over 100 welcoming communities, mountains, lakes, verdant valleys, and steep cliffs. Spanning more than six million acres, the Adirondack Mountains are home to the largest protected natural area in the lower 48 of the United States. Like a patchwork quilt, the Adirondacks are made up of ten distinct regional destinations, each offering their own brand of Adirondack adventure.

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