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Enjoy reading helpful tips and information, and discovering Adirondack hot spots from our resident experts and outdoor adventurers. We've got insider insight on the extraordinary people, places, adventures, and activities that make Hamilton County so truly special. Read along, learn some cool facts, and please feel free to share your tips and join in on the conversation!

 

Winter Adventures on the Northville-Placid Trail

Date:
Feb 18, 2024
18Feb2024
Author:Troy Tetreault
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Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing on the Northville-Placid Trail The Northville-Placid Trail (NPT) is a 138-mile-long path through the Adirondack Park. While thousands have thru- or section-hiked...
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Adirondack Snowmobiling: Must-Know FAQs

Date:
Feb 06, 2024
06Feb2024
Author:Aurora Pfaff
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The Adirondacks' Most Frequently Asked Questions About Snowmobiling The moment there is just the right amount of snow, a familiar sound rings out: the throaty purr of a snowmobile engine. For loyal...
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Fish On! Ice Fishing Derbies are on the Horizon

Date:
Jan 18, 2024
18Jan2024
Author:Olivia Penrose
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It’s derby day! In Hamilton County, communities gather on the icy surfaces of our frozen lakes to partake in ice fishing derbies all over the region. When the days are dark and the weather is less-...
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Embracing Small-town Charm: Winter Wonderlands in Long Lake and Inlet

Date:
Jan 14, 2024
14Jan2024
Author:ADK Adventurer
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Make this a wonderful winter with classic adventures Escape the hustle and bustle of your everyday routine and immerse yourself in the enchanting small-town charm of the Adirondacks and Hamilton...
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Two Takes on Winter in Hamilton County

Date:
Dec 11, 2023
11Dec2023
Author:Mandy Applin
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The journey is the destination in Hamilton County Experience winter the Adirondack way, as you wind your way through the small towns of Hamilton County, stopping along the route for good eats, grand...
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5 Reasons Why Winter is the Best Season

Date:
Nov 27, 2023
27Nov2023
Author:Mandy Applin
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Fact: winter is the best season If you don't already love winter, a seasonal visit to Hamilton County will most likely change your mind! We have everything here that makes winter fun, enjoyable, and...
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Shop Local This Holiday Season!

Date:
Nov 21, 2023
21Nov2023
Author:RaChelle Martz
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#ShopADK - Shopping local can make all the difference to small business owners! The holiday season has snuck up on us quickly this year, but there is still more than enough time to shop local and...
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Vintage Vibes: Why Hamilton County Is the Perfect Retro Vacation Destination

Date:
Oct 07, 2023
07Oct2023
Author:Sydney Aveson
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The allure of a retro getaway In a world filled with constant change and modernization, there’s an irresistible allure of the past, evoking the memory of simpler times. According to a recent survey...
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Hiking in the William C. Whitney Wilderness Area

Date:
Oct 02, 2023
02Oct2023
Author:Troy Tetreault
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Hike these trails in the William C. Whitney wilderness Interesting history belies much of the breathtaking beauty in the wild spaces of the Adirondack Mountains, and the William C. Whitney Wilderness...
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A New "Bang for your Buck" Hike

Date:
Sep 23, 2023
23Sep2023
Author:Janelle Jones
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Many fire towers in the Adirondacks are 100+ years old now. New ones aren’t being built. But, as the saying goes, old things are better than new because they have more stories to tell. And fire...
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