Located 3.5 hours from New York City, most people associate Saratoga Springs for its famous horse racing. But has far more to offer than its equestrian reputation! Situated just below the Adirondack Mountains, its namesake comes from the natural springs which can be found all over this historic city. ...
At six million acres large, the Adirondack Mountains are the largest protected natural area in the lower 48 states. The park is bigger than the Yellowstone, Everglades, Glacier, and Grand Canyon National Park combined — and it’s right in our back yard! Many New Yorkers think the Adirondacks are too far for a weekend; but at 215 ...
Located in the "Home of the High Peaks," Dartbrook is surrounded by the natural beauty of Adirondack Park. Cabins are decorated with furniture and fixtures of local artisans and are appointed in the Great Camp tradition. Hole up with a whiskey by the fire and pretend you're in a Nick Adams tale.
In the heart of the Adirondacks sits a museum of epic proportions. Situated on 81 acres, The Wild Center is an indoor/outdoor natural history museum boasting 54,000 square feet of exhibit space, an elevated trail system through the treetops, guided canoe trips, and 900 animals. Located in Tupper Lake, the museum is ...
Morning over Mirror Lake in Lake Placid, NY. All photos by Erin Lindsey/Escape Brooklyn, except where noted. At six million acres large, the Adirondack Mountains are the largest protected natural area in the lower 48 states. The park is bigger than the Yellowstone, Everglades, Glacier, and Grand Canyon National Park combined—and it's right ...
Nestled alongside the Hudson River at the foot of the Adirondack Mountains, The Brampton is a classic lodge that balances rural isolation with contemporary comfort. A recent invite for a weekend in the woods had me headed north via motorcycle to take advantage of roads a far cry from NYC’s traffic-clogged pavement. Being located ...
Middlebury is a small town in western Vermont where the craft food and drink scene is just as enticing as the scenery. In either direction, you're surrounded by massive mountain ranges–with the mighty Adirondacks to the west, and the lush Green Mountains to the east. And while this tiny town that's tucked between ...
Denny and I are always on the hunt for new, cool places to explore and rest our heads. Though we usually end up in the Catskills and Hudson Valley, a friend recently challenged us to "lay off the Catskills." Up for the challenge, we left our comfort zone and looked north. Real ...
My husband and I were feeling anxious to get out of the city. I'm a photographer, and it was pre-wedding season, so we had some time to kill. After doing some quick research, we found dog-friendly modern boutique hotel, The Lake House at High Peak Resort, in Lake Placid, New York. We packed ...