Whitewater Rafting & Lake Cruises 

Do you still want more water sports?  Then maybe you would enjoy the thrill and excitement of Whitewater Rafting on the Moose River.  High adventure rafting season is in April when the river awakens after a long winters nap and become the ultimate challenge for rafting.  In July and August the river slows and offers a delightful river experience for beginners and families.  You can also find places to canoe and kayak in the nearby lakes.

Now that you are tired out from all that water how about a nice quiet ride on one of the Old Forge Lake Cruises.  This will give you time to catch your breath and let the beauty of the landscape give your mind a rest too.  Another relaxing trip could be on the Adirondack Scenic Railroad to observe pristine woods and wildlife. Many of the specials during the week include train robberies, eco-tours, murder mysteries, dinner and party train and barbecues.  The train runs May through October.

How about some more stimulating exercise?  On the light side take a 10 minute ride on the McCauley Mountain Scenic Chairlift (summer time) and be dazzled by the spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and lakes.  Bring a lunch and eat at the free picnic area as you relax and watch for deer in their natural habitat.  When you are ready to go back down, walk the distance.  It is not hard to do as it is all down hill.  Of course, if you need to you can take the lift down.

How about taking a Horseback Tour? Explore wilderness trails by horseback with adventures customized for the novice to the experience rider. For a more rigorous exercise take a hike up Bald Mt. (my favorite as the view at the top is spectacular), Bubb Lake & Sis Lake, Cascade Lake, Fly Pond and Moss Lake. All have their own beauty and help give you a feeling of being at peace in the tranquil surroundings.

Still want to take it easy?  Take the opportunity to see the beautiful Adirondack Mountains from a bird’s eye view on a seaplane ride; you can see how many lakes are in the area.  This is especially beautiful in the fall with the changing foliage.