Spring 2017 LOCALadk Magazine 23
LOCALadk
LONG LAKE
BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE
INDIAN LAKE
SPECULATOR
RAQUETTE LAKE
ARIETTA
BENSON
INLET
HOPE
WELLS
PISECO
LONG LAKE
BUTTERMILK FALLS
Challenge points: 1
Located 5 miles southeast of Long Lake, a total of 40 feet of
falls are accessed via a short, easy path.
Pit stops: Visit John Dillon Park; there's nothing like it. I
recommend a tour of this fully-accessible wilderness facility,
complete with a trail network, campground, picnic areas, and
canoe and kayak access. And while in town, be sure to stop at
Hoss's Country Corner to hug the tree growing right through
the roof!
BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE
Pit stop: There is no waterfall challenge in Blue Mountain
Lake, but you might want to augment your itinerary with a
visit to the Adirondack Museum, which can occupy a full day
for sure. I can't wait to check out their brand new Adirondack
Experience exhibit this year. And for another treat, check out
the Blue Mountain Lake Boat Livery. They offer rentals, and
historic wooden boat tours with Crabby Bob, an animated
storyteller.
RAQUETTE LAKE
DEATH FALLS
Challenge points: 1
Don't be dismayed by the name, there is an easy 5-minute
walk to the falls, where Death Stream is said to drop 70 feet
over a broad-faced cliff.
Pit stop: If you like history, scenic views, and great food, here
you can combine a boat tour on the W.W. Durant/Raquette
Lake Navigation with a tour of Great Camp Sagamore. And,
be sure to stop at The Tap Room at the Raquette Lake Hotel.
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ADIRONDACK
ITINERARY
Waterfall
Challenge
