The Adirondack Mountains of Northern New York

The Adirondacks offer one of the most pristine winter adventure destinations in the northeast.

Discover world-class skiing and riding, picturesque towns with celebrated restaurants, ice-skating under the stars, and fun après ski festivities for all ages. Visit this winter for a one-of-a-kind getaway close to home!

Winter Festival Season

Winter in the Adirondacks is a time of festivity and adventure, when towns and villages celebrate the season with ice palaces, ice bars, and fireworks. Adirondack winter carnivals are time-honored traditions in communities, offering days of sporting competitions, talent shows, outdoor adventures, and music. As far as Adirondack winter events go, there is a lot happening across the region; from international sports competitions, to cooking classes, and more.

Adirondack Snow Days

Home to some of the best snowmobiling trails in the country, the Adirondacks' trails connect to trail networks across the state. Ride through snow-covered forests, keep an eye out for wildlife, and find plenty of trailside dining and refueling options. For those who prefer a more elevated winter activity, the Adirondacks offer some of the best NY skiing. From family-friendly slopes that are perfect for anyone starting out in the sport, to the greatest vertical east of the Rockies, there's no shortage of epic ski days!

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 twelve distinct regional destinations, each offering their own brand of Adirondack adventure. From the endless canoeing and kayaking in the Saranac Lake and Tupper Lake regions, to the extensive hiking trails of the High Peaks Wilderness in the Lake Placid Region - discover an area as diverse in geography as it is in activities and events. Bicycle between wineries on the Adirondack Coast, or dive to sunken shipwrecks in the Adirondack Seaway near the Canadian Border. You're invited to explore the Lake George Region's family-friendly attractions and discover the Adirondack Tug Hill Plateau's one-of-a-kind recreation opportunities.