The Adirondack Park is a vast and stunning wilderness. With over six million acres to explore, it attracts adventurers from all over the world. But with that popularity comes responsibility. Following Leave No Trace principles ensures this special place remains unspoiled for generations to come.
1. Know Before You Go
Research the area before you go including weather, terrain, and regulations.
Be ready with the right gear and supplies plus maps to avoid getting lost.
2. Stick to Trails & Camp Overnight Right
Stick to marked trails and established campsites.
Avoid walking and camping on fragile vegetation.
3. Trash Your Trash & Pick Up Poop
Pack out all trash, leftover food, and litter.
Use bathrooms or outhouses when possible. If not available, bury human waste in a small hole 6 to 8 inches deep and at least 200 feet—or about 70 big steps—away from water sources and trails.
4. Leave What You Find
Preserve the past: leave rocks, plants, and historical items as you found them.
Avoid building structures or digging trenches.
5. Be Careful with Fire
Use camp stoves for cooking whenever possible.
In areas where fires are permitted, use established fire rings and keep fires small.
6. Keep Wildlife Wild
Observe animals from a distance. Never feed them.
Store food securely to avoid attracting wildlife to campsites.
7. Share Our Trails & Manage Your Pet
Yield to others on the trail. Keep your pet under control.
Let nature’s sounds prevail. Keep noise levels down.
