Hudson Lodge Guidebook
Sightseeing
Revolution Rail Co. offers railbiking as a fun excursion activity that allows riders to ride the railroad tracks under their own power and explore a section of the Adirondacks that has never seen passenger traffic.
We did both routes offered as a family and everyone enjoyed it (the photo here was taken on the North Bridge run). It is very popular and books far in advance so book well ahead!
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Revolution Rail Co.
3 Railroad PlRevolution Rail Co. offers railbiking as a fun excursion activity that allows riders to ride the railroad tracks under their own power and explore a section of the Adirondacks that has never seen passenger traffic.
We did both routes offered as a family and everyone enjoyed it (the photo here was taken on the North Bridge run). It is very popular and books far in advance so book well ahead!
Beaver Brook is an all-inclusive, all season outfitters serving the Southern Adirondacks. They full day whitewater rafting trips in the Hudson Gorge, flat water canoeing and kayaking and ski rentals.
Whitewater Rafting available seasonally on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
There are multiple options offering rafting trips down the Hudson but we recommend this one because we personally used it multiple times and had amazing experience each time (featuring family rafting photo here). They are also conveniently located less than a mile away from our home.
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Beaver Brook Outfitters Summer Location
3921 NY-28Beaver Brook is an all-inclusive, all season outfitters serving the Southern Adirondacks. They full day whitewater rafting trips in the Hudson Gorge, flat water canoeing and kayaking and ski rentals.
Whitewater Rafting available seasonally on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
There are multiple options offering rafting trips down the Hudson but we recommend this one because we personally used it multiple times and had amazing experience each time (featuring family rafting photo here). They are also conveniently located less than a mile away from our home.
The beach is clean and well protected by lifeguards (Yes this is your hostess on a SUP in a photo). The lake is perfect for small kids as well. You can play tennis, basketball, volleyball, fish, swim, BBQ or explore lake by kayak, canoe or paddleboard if you have one. Before Covid, there used to be a kayak and paddle board rental and a small food stand selling hot dogs, burgers, and fries right on the beach, we are not certain what will be the setup this summer.
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Minerva Lake
The beach is clean and well protected by lifeguards (Yes this is your hostess on a SUP in a photo). The lake is perfect for small kids as well. You can play tennis, basketball, volleyball, fish, swim, BBQ or explore lake by kayak, canoe or paddleboard if you have one. Before Covid, there used to be a kayak and paddle board rental and a small food stand selling hot dogs, burgers, and fries right on the beach, we are not certain what will be the setup this summer.
Over 120 obstacles and 13 ziplines. Open April through November and located in beautiful Bolton Landing, NY just north of Lake George and Diamond Point, Adirondack Extreme boasts over 1.5 miles of thrilling aerial adventures on 6 adventure courses and includes wobbly bridges, climbing walls, zip lines and swinging surprises at varying levels of height and difficulty.
This has been a personal favorite of our son and we have completed it multiple times as a family. We recommend to book ahead and choose the earlier times which tend to be less busy in order to avoid 'traffic in a canopy' situation.
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Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course
35 Westwood Forest LaneOver 120 obstacles and 13 ziplines. Open April through November and located in beautiful Bolton Landing, NY just north of Lake George and Diamond Point, Adirondack Extreme boasts over 1.5 miles of thrilling aerial adventures on 6 adventure courses and includes wobbly bridges, climbing walls, zip lines and swinging surprises at varying levels of height and difficulty.
This has been a personal favorite of our son and we have completed it multiple times as a family. We recommend to book ahead and choose the earlier times which tend to be less busy in order to avoid 'traffic in a canopy' situation.
Ski season 2021/2022 is now in full swing. Gore expanded it's snow-making capacity once again this year. Photo from recently opened Hawkeye trail.
Summer chairlift and gondola rides on weekends thru Columbus Day.
A premier winter recreation destination with the most skiable terrain in New York State and a 2537' vertical drop. Enjoy a welcoming family-oriented atmosphere, an immense variety of terrain, and high-speed lifts including an eight-passenger gondola.
Plan to visit this summer for scenic skyrides and recreational activities. Offering lift-serviced hiking and downhill mountain biking on a 10+ mile trail network spanning our beautiful peaks! Try a fun new challenge on a 9-basket disc golf course. Lunch is available at the Open Pit Grille– dine on the sundeck or take it with you on the mountain.
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Gore Mountain
Ski season 2021/2022 is now in full swing. Gore expanded it's snow-making capacity once again this year. Photo from recently opened Hawkeye trail.
Summer chairlift and gondola rides on weekends thru Columbus Day.
A premier winter recreation destination with the most skiable terrain in New York State and a 2537' vertical drop. Enjoy a welcoming family-oriented atmosphere, an immense variety of terrain, and high-speed lifts including an eight-passenger gondola.
Plan to visit this summer for scenic skyrides and recreational activities. Offering lift-serviced hiking and downhill mountain biking on a 10+ mile trail network spanning our beautiful peaks! Try a fun new challenge on a 9-basket disc golf course. Lunch is available at the Open Pit Grille– dine on the sundeck or take it with you on the mountain.
September 11-12 weekend - Rustic Furniture Fair, not to be missed!
Formerly Adirondack Museum is opening this summer for visitors. Please check with them for schedule, reservation and membership requirement.
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L-Esperjenza Adirondack, Il-Mużew fuq Blue Mountain Lake
9097 NY-30September 11-12 weekend - Rustic Furniture Fair, not to be missed!
Formerly Adirondack Museum is opening this summer for visitors. Please check with them for schedule, reservation and membership requirement.
Few hours of exploring beautiful natural formations
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Natural Stone Bridge & Caves
535 Stone Bridge RdFew hours of exploring beautiful natural formations
Local shopping for gifts and other interesting stuff. A lot of the decor in the house came from that store. It's pricey but you can find unique items and gifts there. Also, we always try to support a local business and invest money in the community where we can so would definitely ask our guests to check it out as well.
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Hudson River Trading Co.
292 Main StLocal shopping for gifts and other interesting stuff. A lot of the decor in the house came from that store. It's pricey but you can find unique items and gifts there. Also, we always try to support a local business and invest money in the community where we can so would definitely ask our guests to check it out as well.
Lake George Steamboat Co Gift Shop
58 Beach RdCruises, Dinner Cruises
Excellent museum with very helpful tour guides. Featuring miniature model town and railroad.
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North Creek Depot Museum
5 Railroad PlExcellent museum with very helpful tour guides. Featuring miniature model town and railroad.
Horseback rides, lessons, pony rides, winter sleigh rides
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Circle B Ranch
771 Potter Brook RdHorseback rides, lessons, pony rides, winter sleigh rides
Rent a paddleboard, kayak or a motor boat. Reserve ahead. Our kids really enjoyed the kayaking and paddleboarding there (you can tell from a huge smile on our daughter's face on the photo)
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Loon Lake Marina
47 Marina RdRent a paddleboard, kayak or a motor boat. Reserve ahead. Our kids really enjoyed the kayaking and paddleboarding there (you can tell from a huge smile on our daughter's face on the photo)
Our favorite Lake George boat rentals
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Yankee Marina and Boat Rentals
3910 Lake Shore DrOur favorite Lake George boat rentals
They don't rent motor boats, please call them to make sure they still rent canoes. Or bring your own canoe, kayak or a paddleboard. Great lake to explore.
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Indian Lake Marina
204 Lakeshore DrThey don't rent motor boats, please call them to make sure they still rent canoes. Or bring your own canoe, kayak or a paddleboard. Great lake to explore.
This gem is just short 10 minute drive away. Arrive early as parking is scarce. Bring your own canoe, kayak or a paddle board or take a tour/rent a kayak from Beaver Brook Outfitters. No useful beach available, just a boat launch about 500 feet from parking - prepare to carry you canoe/kayak/SUP. Small lake with no motorized boats. One of our favorite spots to paddle and swim. There's no official beach but you can hike around the sides to find a private cove
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Thirteenth Lake
This gem is just short 10 minute drive away. Arrive early as parking is scarce. Bring your own canoe, kayak or a paddle board or take a tour/rent a kayak from Beaver Brook Outfitters. No useful beach available, just a boat launch about 500 feet from parking - prepare to carry you canoe/kayak/SUP. Small lake with no motorized boats. One of our favorite spots to paddle and swim. There's no official beach but you can hike around the sides to find a private cove
Hudson rafting alternative. Also offering Aerial Ropes Course & Zipline
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Adirondack River Outfitters
4511 NY-28Hudson rafting alternative. Also offering Aerial Ropes Course & Zipline
Old-time spot for double features under the stars on 2 digital projection screens, with a snack bar
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Glen Drive-In Theatre
983 U.S. 9Old-time spot for double features under the stars on 2 digital projection screens, with a snack bar
20-minutes (or longer if desired) seaplane ride over Adirondacks! See the mountains like you've never seen them before.
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Helms Aero Services
New York 3020-minutes (or longer if desired) seaplane ride over Adirondacks! See the mountains like you've never seen them before.
Hudson rafting trips and hiking and overnight trips, great guides.
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Square Eddy Expeditions
282 Main StHudson rafting trips and hiking and overnight trips, great guides.
Memorial Day Weekend thru mid-October glass blowing is in North Creek (Riverfront Park), book at www.gregorytglass.com
Gregory Tomb Glassblowing Studio
21 Railroad PlaceMemorial Day Weekend thru mid-October glass blowing is in North Creek (Riverfront Park), book at www.gregorytglass.com
The Outdoor Center is a year-round activity hub for wilderness adventure. Well informed staff will help you along with any of your outdoor cross country skiing, snowshoeing and in the summer mountain biking adventures. Offers 50+ kilometer ski trail network.
Garnet Hill Outdoor Center
123 4-H RoadThe Outdoor Center is a year-round activity hub for wilderness adventure. Well informed staff will help you along with any of your outdoor cross country skiing, snowshoeing and in the summer mountain biking adventures. Offers 50+ kilometer ski trail network.
Dynamite Hill offers daytime and evening skiing complete with snowmaking and a lighted rope tow with handles. This FREE ski area is ideal for families and those who are beginning skiing. Snowboards and sleds are also allowed. Located at Dynamite Hill Rd. off Route 8, Chestertown. Open weekends and weekdays when school is not in session.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Do we have rentals (ski, snowboard, ice skates, sleds)?- NO we do not have any rentals! You have to bring all your own equipment!
Is there a fee to use the hill?- The use of the hill is FREE!
Can tubers/sledders use the tow rope?- NO, the tow rope is for skiers and snowboarders only!
Is there a number I can call to make sure the tow rope & warming hut is open?- YES, if you would like to check in before driving over please call the warming hut 518-494-3914
Check latest at https://www.facebook.com/dynamitehill
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Dynamite Hill Recreation Area
Dynamite Hill RoadDynamite Hill offers daytime and evening skiing complete with snowmaking and a lighted rope tow with handles. This FREE ski area is ideal for families and those who are beginning skiing. Snowboards and sleds are also allowed. Located at Dynamite Hill Rd. off Route 8, Chestertown. Open weekends and weekdays when school is not in session.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Do we have rentals (ski, snowboard, ice skates, sleds)?- NO we do not have any rentals! You have to bring all your own equipment!
Is there a fee to use the hill?- The use of the hill is FREE!
Can tubers/sledders use the tow rope?- NO, the tow rope is for skiers and snowboarders only!
Is there a number I can call to make sure the tow rope & warming hut is open?- YES, if you would like to check in before driving over please call the warming hut 518-494-3914
Check latest at https://www.facebook.com/dynamitehill
Food scene
This restaurant belongs to our good friend Mark and his wife Meg and we cannot recommend it enough. You will love the unique decor and the yurts built for apres ski hangouts as well as the outdoor area with a stage to showcase local artists. In the winter they keep a fire going outdoors and even build an igloo for the kids.
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becks TAVERN
881 Peaceful Valley RdThis restaurant belongs to our good friend Mark and his wife Meg and we cannot recommend it enough. You will love the unique decor and the yurts built for apres ski hangouts as well as the outdoor area with a stage to showcase local artists. In the winter they keep a fire going outdoors and even build an igloo for the kids.
It's a cheese farm that also has a petting zoo where you can walk through on a self guided tour and actually pet the animals. The farm does the tour every Saturday at noon. To top it all off, they recently adopted two peacocks who live in a large heated structure outdoors (yes, strange...)
We would recommend them because they make amazing goat cheese selection which is available in their shop. We have seen their cheeses being offered at pretty high end bars and restaurants as well as Whole Foods in NJ. They also rescue local animals and we adopted the most adorable kitten from this center in April of 2021.
It is about a 20 minute ride from the Hudson Lodge
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Nettle Meadow
1256 S Johnsburg RdIt's a cheese farm that also has a petting zoo where you can walk through on a self guided tour and actually pet the animals. The farm does the tour every Saturday at noon. To top it all off, they recently adopted two peacocks who live in a large heated structure outdoors (yes, strange...)
We would recommend them because they make amazing goat cheese selection which is available in their shop. We have seen their cheeses being offered at pretty high end bars and restaurants as well as Whole Foods in NJ. They also rescue local animals and we adopted the most adorable kitten from this center in April of 2021.
It is about a 20 minute ride from the Hudson Lodge
A cute local cafe with the best coffee in the area and lots of yummy food options. It is known for its pastries among the locals.
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Cafe Sarah
260 Main StA cute local cafe with the best coffee in the area and lots of yummy food options. It is known for its pastries among the locals.
Barkeater Chocolates
3235 NY-28Oscar's is a must stop for anyone who enjoys smoked meats
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Oscar's Smokehouse
22 Raymond LnOscar's is a must stop for anyone who enjoys smoked meats
Fresh meat, delicious subs, make their own salsa, beef jerky. Don't miss it on your way in or out.
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Deli & Meat Store of the North
3872 Main StFresh meat, delicious subs, make their own salsa, beef jerky. Don't miss it on your way in or out.
Caffe Vero
253 Canada StGreat place for breakfast/brunch in Lake George
Roasts their own coffee and has great sandwich and soup options.
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Izzy's Market & Deli
282 Main StRoasts their own coffee and has great sandwich and soup options.
Good sit down breakfast, highly recommend the venison sausage or biscuits and gravy
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Chrissy's
296 Main StGood sit down breakfast, highly recommend the venison sausage or biscuits and gravy
Hiking
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/moxham-mountain-trail
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Moxham Mountain Trailhead
1979 14th Rdhttps://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/moxham-mountain-trail
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/chimney-mountain-trail
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Chimney Mountain
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/chimney-mountain-trail
Peaked Mountain
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/peaked-mountain-trail
Balm of Gilead Mountain
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/balm-of-gilead-trail
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/ok-slip-falls-trail
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OK Slip Falls Trailhead
New York 28https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/ok-slip-falls-trail
Palmer Pond
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/palmer-pond-trail
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/kipp-mountain
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Kipp Mountain trailhead
County Road 75https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/kipp-mountain
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/crane-mountain-loop-hike
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Crane Mountain Trailhead
New York 8https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/crane-mountain-loop-hike
Kibby Pond
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/kibby-pond-trail
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/auger-falls-loop--2
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Auger Falls
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/auger-falls-loop--2
Clear Pond
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/john-pond-loop
Blue Ledge
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/blue-ledges
John Pond
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/new-york/john-pond-loop
Helpful
Open:
Monday & Thursday & Friday ~ Noon - 5pm
Saturday & Sunday ~ 9am to 5pm
Closed:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Major Holidays
https://www.johnsburgny.com/transferrecycling-station.html
Johnsburg Transfer Station
Ski Bowl RoadOpen:
Monday & Thursday & Friday ~ Noon - 5pm
Saturday & Sunday ~ 9am to 5pm
Closed:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Major Holidays
https://www.johnsburgny.com/transferrecycling-station.html
Pariri dwar il-belt
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Public Fishing Rights Maps: Hudson, North and Mill creeks
https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/pfrhudson.pdf
https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/pfrmillckr5.pdf
https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/fish_marine_pdf/pfrnorthck.pdf
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Warren County Recreational Mapper
https://warrencountyny.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Shortlist/index.html?appid=49e90e574e8240c79bbcea89a75089ea
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Other Hiking Websites
https://www.cnyhiking.com/CentralAdirondacks.htm
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Warren County Hiking Maps
https://warrencountyny.gov/gis/maps/Recreation-Maps