NEW YORK
L A K E P L A C I D / Lodging
(The Adirondacks)
ALPINE MOTOR INN
Rt 86 (12946)
Rates: $46-$78
Tel: (518) 523-2180
(800) 257-4638
ART DEVLIN'S OLYMPIC MOTOR INN
350 Main St (12946)
Rates: $48-$108
Tel: (518) 523-3700
BEST WESTERN GOLDEN ARROW
150 Main St (12946)
Rates: $60-$159
Tel: (518) 523-3353
(800) 528-1234
BRIEF ENCOUNTERS RENTAL HOMES
Signal Hill,
P. O. Box 390 (12946)
Rates: $200-$400
Tel: (518) 523-3433
BROOKHILL & LAKESIDE RESIDENCES
Whiteface Inn Rd (12946)
Rates: $175-$400
Tel: (518) 523-9861
(800) 982-3747
CAMP SOLITUDE B&B
West Shore (12946)
Rates: $33-$120
Tel: (518) 523-3190
CAROLYN COTTAGE
76 Carolyn Rd (12946)
Rates: $60-$125
Tel: (518) 523-4338RED LION INN
521 W Wishkah St (98520)
Rates: $79-$95
Tel: (360) 532-5210
(800) 547-8010
THUNDERBIRD MOTEL
410 W Wishkah St (98520)
Rates: $46-$64
Tel: (360) 532-3153
TOWNE MOTEL
712 W Wishkah St (98520)
Rates: n/a
Tel: (360) 533-2340
TRAVELURE MOTEL
623 W Wishkah St (98520)
Rates: $37-$62
Tel: (360) 532-3280
NEW YORK
L A K E P L A C I D / Recreation
(The Adirondacks)
John Brown Farm State Historic Site - Leashes
Info: Set high in the Adirondacks, this site is definitely worth a look-see.
Glean a smidgen of knowledge on a self-guided tour of the farm or cloudgaze
on a grassy knoll where you can take pleasure in something as simple as
fresh mountain air. Pick up a pamphlet for an interesting read about John
Brown's life and his tenacious support of the anti-slavery movement. For
more information: (518) 523-3900.
Directions: From Lake Placid, head south on Route 73 for
2 miles to John Brown Road. Turn south .75 miles to entrance. |
NEW YORK (continued)
L A K E P L A C I D / Recreation
(The Adirondacks)
Algonquin Peak Trail Hike
Intermediate/8.0 miles/4.0 hours
Info: If you want to take home memories that will last a lifetime,
then you'll want to take this exhilarating outdoor excursion. No bones about
it, this tons of fun hike combines so many interesting elements that your
memory banks will likely go into overload. You and your canine companion
will be journeying to Algonquin Peak in the MacIntyre Mountains. At over
5,000 feet, it's the second highest mountain in New York State. The stimulating
albeit strenuous climb to the summit is almost as beautiful as the panoramic
views from the top.
Taking off from Heart Lake, you'll quickly reach an engaging
cascade of crystalline waters before climbing a short pitch. (When you traverse
the timberline of paper birch, balsam and deep mosses, step lightly and
carefully, this area consists of fragile alpine vegetation). Two miles into
your trek and you'll arrive at the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow,
the summit. The expansive views of the surrounding High Peaks are nothing
less than breathtaking, particularly Mt. Colder, its famous gorge carved
out of the sheer rock. Nearly all of the high peaks can be seen from your
lofty perch, the serrated edge of the evergreens adding to the magic of
the moment. When you can find the willpower to leave this vista-blessed
peak, keep your eyes peeled for the huge blue crystals of labradorite embedded
in the anorthosite and the three-leafed cinquefoil of the alpine summit.
For more information: (518) 897-1200.
Directions: From Lake Placid, take Highway 37 east to the
intersection of Adirondack Loj Road (Heart Lake Road) and turn right. Continue
on Adirondack Loj Road to Adirondack Loj parking lot. Follow the Van Hoevenberg
Trail to Algonquin Peak Trail junction. Continue straight ahead one mile.
Mount Marcy -Van Hoevenberg Trail Hike
Intermediate/14.0 miles/7.0 hours
Info: If your wish list includes standing atop the highest
peak in the Adirondacks, Mount Marcy at over 5,300 feet should be your destination
point. But you'll want to get an early start and pack plenty of Perrier
and high energy munchies for this long and somewhat arduous journey. You'll
walk in beauty while you delight in the crisp pine-scented mountain air.
The surrounding landscape is crammed with jagged peaks that continue high
above the timberline. Their bare-rock pinnacles support a windswept alpine
ecosystem of mosses, lichens and dwarfed trees and are more than enough
reason to lace up the hiking boots and go for the gold. Remnants of past
Olympic Games will add a touch of nostalgia to your expedition. On this
path, the oldest and most popular trail to Mount Marcy, you and your Olympian
will undoubtedly meet up with others on the trek to the summit and its stunning
views. Make it to the top and you won't stop bragging and barking to anyone
who'll listen. Carpe diem Duke! For more information: (518) 897-1200.
Directions: From Lake Placid, take Highway 73 east to the
intersection of Adirondack Loj Road, (Heart Lake Road) and turn right. Continue
on Adirondack Loj Road to the Adirondack Loj parking lot and the trailhead.
Follow blue markers for Van Hoevenberg Trail.
Note: Trail is marked with blue trail markers. To protect
the delicate vegetation, leashes are a must above the timberline (about
4,000 feet). |
