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Hamilton County, where small towns meet big outdoor adventures in the heart of the Adirondacks

Hamilton County, the Adirondack Wild, is located in the center of the 6-million-acre Adirondack State Park in northern New York. The county holds the honor of being the least populated in the eastern United States, with less than 5,000 full-time residents. Camping in the backcountry, hiking, and most public boat launches are free. There is never a charge for enjoying the ever-changing panorama of mountains, lakes and deep green forests.

10/22/2026

New trails to add to your Adirondack lineup 🌲✨

Trade the familiar paths for something completely different this week. Discover six hidden walks and local footpaths waiting to be explored.

✨Byron Park
✨Fern Park
✨Sacandaga Pathway
✨Hope Center Trails
✨Sabattis
✨Foxy Brown

Save this post for your next weekend adventure and discover somewhere new 🥾🗺️

10/21/2026

It is Hunting Season in the Adirondacks! If you are hiking, here are a few things to consider when out on the trails during this amazing time of year!

🍂 Be aware of your surroundings, and wear ORANGE!

🍁 Hike in a group whenever possible and stay on marked trails (most hunters typically go into the wilderness and stay off trail systems, so keep in mind, the higher the foot traffic the less likely you will run into someone's hunt)

🍂 Keep your puppies (pets) on a leash and outfit them with ORANGE!

🍁 If you are picking a place to hike and you see pickup trucks along the roadway, odds are there is someone hunting in that area, please be respectful.

🍂 ENJOY the stick season! Hunters and Hiker coexist every season and rightfully so! It's a marvelous time to be out in nature!

10/20/2026

taking the scenic route 🚗🍂🍁

📍Hamilton County

10/16/2026

Planning your very first trip to the Adirondacks? 🌲✨ Nestled in the heart of the 6-million-acre park, Hamilton County is the ultimate basecamp for pristine wilderness, mountain summits, and charming small towns.

Swipe through to check out our complete beginner's guide! ➡️

📍 Logistics & Getting Here: Blue Mountain Lake in central Hamilton County is an easy, scenic drive from several major hubs: 🚗 Albany: ~2 hours

🚗 Montreal: ~3 hours

🚗 NYC: ~4.75 hours

🚗 Boston: ~4.6 hours

🥾 Hikes for Your Bucket List:

Blue Mountain: Iconic fire tower views looking over the lakes.

Panther Mountain: Great short climb with rewarding scenic outlooks.

Ok Slip Falls: Scenic trail taking you to one of the highest waterfalls in the area.

Cascade Lake Loop & Falls: A family-friendly loop featuring a scenic waterfall and lake views.

🎒 What to Pack:

Mountain weather shifts fast, pack warm layers, fleece, sweaters, and a waterproof shell jacket.

Sturdy hiking boots or trail runners paired with moisture-wicking clothes.

Cozy slippers or warm socks for chilling on cold cabin floors after a day on the trails!

🏘️ Explore Small-Town Charm: Take time between hikes to shop, dine, and explore local spots in Inlet, Long Lake, Blue Mountain Lake, Indian Lake, Speculator, Raquette Lake, Piseco, and Wells!

Fun fact: Hamilton County is the least populated county in NY state and doesn't have a single traffic light!

🌲 Leave No Trace Tip: Help us keep these mountains wild and beautiful! Always pack out all trash, stay on marked trails, respect wildlife, and park only in designated trailhead areas.

🔖 Save this post for your next trip!

10/15/2026

Autumn in Hamilton County has certainly delivered 🍂🍁 if you weren’t a fall person before, you might be after this season.

10/14/2026

Small towns, big fall views 🍂✨ Hamilton County is home to some of the dreamiest autumn spots in the Adirondacks.

Here are 5 towns we can’t stop revisiting every fall:

🍁 Long Lake

🍁 Blue Mountain Lake

🍁 Inlet

🍁 Speculator

🍁 Raquette Lake

Save this post for your next foliage road trip! 🚗💨

10/09/2026

Looking to hit the trails with your four-legged best friend this fall? 🐶🍂

With vast stretches of undisturbed wilderness and quiet trails, Hamilton County is one of the most welcoming places to explore with your pup. From quick pond walks to scenic lake loops, here are 5 dog-friendly fall hikes to save for your next adventure:

🥾 Fly Pond – 0.7 miles RT | Easy 0.7-mile quick walk with 105’ gain.

🥾 Hope Center Trails – 3.0 miles total | Flexible 3-mile trail system.

🥾 Sis & Bubb Lakes – 3.0 miles RT | Beautiful lake viewpoints & footbridges.

🥾 John Pond – 4.6 miles RT | Peaceful woods walk to a quiet shoreline.

🥾 Robbs Creek – 6.6 miles | Backcountry adventure with water crossings.

📍 Hamilton County, NY

10/07/2026

Looking for quiet trails and hidden fall color away from the crowds?

🍂 Discover 5 underrated autumn hikes across the Adirondacks that offer beautiful scenery, unique features, and serene wilderness vibes:

🥾 Mountain Pond and Cork Mountain Loop: A scenic 2.1-mile round-trip loop through quiet woods featuring gentle terrain and classic autumn foliage (500 ft elevation gain).

🥾 Echo Cliff - Panther Mountain: A 1.6-mile round-trip climb leading to an exposed rock ledge with striking overlook views (670 ft elevation gain).

🌊 Lower and Upper Browns Tract Ponds to Shallow Lake: A tranquil 4.6-mile round-trip hike navigating stream crossings and peaceful water views (240 ft elevation gain).

🌲 Great Camp Sagamore Lake Trail: A scenic 3.6-mile round-trip loop around the lake, crossing historic wooden bridges surrounded by fall color (215 ft elevation gain).

⛰️ Good Luck Lake - Good Luck Cliffs: A rewarding 3.5-mile round-trip trek to dramatic cliffside vistas overlooking the wilderness (900 ft elevation gain).

10/06/2026

fall highlights from Hamilton County, NY 📍🍂🍁

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