The official site of the Adirondack Coast – where Lake Champlain meets the Adirondacks. Search lodging in the Adirondacks, dining and Adirondack attractions - including sailing, boating, kayaking, skiing, fishing and Adirondack wineries. Plattsburgh, New York

ADK (Adirondack Mountain Club) is dedicated to the conservation, preservation, and responsible recreational use of the New York State Forest Preserve and other parks, wild lands, and waters vital to our members and chapters. Your membership matters! Together we can protect New York's wild lands and waters. Join ADK to conserve natural places, help others discover nature, and get out there to play. Queensbury, New York

The New York-North Jersey Chapter of the Appalachian Mountain Club (also known as the AMC) hosts over 2,000 outdoor recreation activities per year. We were the very first Chapter in AMC. Our 12,000 plus members come from throughout the New York City metro, southeastern New York, and northeastern New Jersey area. Whatever your outdoor interests are, we have something for you.

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special place for diverse plants, animals and people for centuries. Far from the pressure of nearby big-city life, dynamic barrier island beaches offer solitude, camaraderie, and spiritual renewal. Patchogue, New York

In 1961, by act of law, New York State established the "Lake George Park" thereby designating the lake and its land drainage basin as an area so distinctive in natural qualities and scenic beauty that it is deserving of special protection. The park consists of a spectacularly beautiful 300-square mile land and water area lying within three counties and twelve municipalities. In the Commission's 30-plus year history as an agency, many programs and regulations have been implemented to help protect the quality of Lake George. Site also has info about boating and marinas on Lake George. Lake George, New York

A Year-Round Adirondack Family Destination, bursting with activities and nature for all ages. Discover Long Lake, New York, the unspoiled playground of the north, boasting friendly folks, affordable accommodations, family activities and unsurpassed Adirondack beauty. Centrally located in the Adirondacks, Long Lake is a four season destination, an easy two-hour drive north of Albany (exit 23 off the 87 Northway) and Utica, two hours south of Montreal and thirty minutes from everywhere else. Long Lake, New York

The Adirondack Park Agency (APA) is a New York State government agency, consisting of 54 staff and an eleven-member board. In 1971 the APA was created by the State Legislature to develop long-range land use plans for both public and private lands within the Park. The Adirondack Park was created in 1892 by the State of New York amid concerns for the water and timber resources of the region. Today the Park is the largest publicly protected area in the contiguous United States, greater in size than Yellowstone, Everglades, Glacier, and Grand Canyon National Park combined.

From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!

Spanning more than six million acres with over 100 welcoming communities, the Adirondack Region is home to the largest protected natural area in the lower 48. 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. Lake Placid, New York

Recreational Opportunities on Federal Lands. Recreation.gov is your gateway to discover America's Outdoors and more! Discover which parks, forests, lakes, museums, and areas managed by federal agencies offer recreation opportunities near you or your destination. Explore your America with Recreation.gov! Experience your favorite activities or places and discover new getaways – your adventure beckons!

Canoe through rapids and quiet pools as the Delaware River winds its way through a valley of swiftly changing scenery or fish amid rolling hills and riverfront villages in one of the finest fishing rivers in the northeastern United States. The clean water of the Delaware, the last major undammed river in the eastern United States, supports a healthy ecosystem and offers tranquility and excitement.