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Adirondack Park

New-York, USA Upper Hudson watershed 43.054°, -74.510°
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Adirondack Park -- New-York park
Adirondack Park New-York · Upper Hudson watershed
About this park

Adirondack Park

Adirondack Park is a vast area in the state of New York that spans over six million acres and is home to numerous scenic attractions and recreational activities. The park offers visitors a chance to connect with nature and explore the great outdoors.

Some good reasons to visit Adirondack Park include its serene scenery, excellent hiking trails, fishing spots, and summer and winter sports activities. Visitors can explore the numerous lakes, rivers, and mountains that make up the park's natural landscape. The park is also home to numerous wildlife species, including black bears, moose, and loons.

Specific points of interest to see in Adirondack Park include the High Peaks region, Lake Placid, Ausable Chasm, and Saranac Lake. The High Peaks region is home to some of the tallest mountains in the park, including Mount Marcy, which stands at 5,344 feet tall. Lake Placid is a charming town that offers visitors numerous outdoor activities, including skiing, ice skating, and hiking. Ausable Chasm is a stunning natural gorge that offers visitors a chance to explore the area's natural beauty. Saranac Lake is a popular destination for water sports, including kayaking and fishing.

Interesting facts about Adirondack Park include that it is the largest protected area in the contiguous United States and was established in 1892. The park is also home to over 2,000 miles of hiking trails and is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts.

The best time of the year to visit Adirondack Park depends on your interests. The summer months are ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing, while the winter months offer opportunities for skiing, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. However, the fall season is a particularly popular time to visit the park because of the beautiful fall foliage.
StateNew-York
WatershedUpper Hudson
Latitude43.0538°
Longitude-74.5100°
In the park

Streamflow in Adirondack Park

Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.

GaugeFlow
Buck Creek · 1.05 ft gage 1 cfs
Buck Creek Near Inlet Ny · 2.27 ft gage 0 cfs
Oswegatchie River Near Oswegatchie Ny · 3.09 ft gage 486 cfs
Raquette River At Piercefield Ny · 5.92 ft gage 1,330 cfs
Putnam Creek East Of Crown Point Center Ny · 6.16 ft gage 373 cfs
Bouquet River At Willsboro Ny · 2.50 ft gage 113 cfs
E Br Ausable River At Au Sable Forks Ny · 1.45 ft gage 130 cfs
Ausable River Near Au Sable Forks Ny · 1.78 ft gage 427 cfs
Hudson River At North Creek Ny · 3.30 ft gage 768 cfs
Indian River Near Indian Lake Ny · 2.19 ft gage 258 cfs
Hudson River Near Newcomb Ny · 2.55 ft gage 297 cfs
Sacandaga River Near Hope Ny · 1.80 ft gage 190 cfs
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Snowpack in Adirondack Park

Current snow depth at SNOTEL stations inside the park boundary.

Snow stationSnowpack
Bloomingdale 0.2 Nw 25 in
Charley Lake 12 in
Conklingville Dam 0 in
Elm Lake 9 in
Griffin 20 in
Indian Lake 0 in
Limekiln Lake Rd Nr Inlet 0 in
Lake Placid 2 S 0 in
Lake Pleasant 7 in
Lewey Lake 14 in
Newcomb 0 in
Twitchell 0 in
Nohrsc Northville 0.6 Ne 0 in
Long Lake 1.2 N 0 in
Northville 0 in
Nohrsc Saranac 0.8 Sse 0 in
Nohrsc Olmstedville 4.6 Nne 0 in
Nohrsc Saranac Lake 6.2 N 0 in
Lake Pleasant 2.3 Wsw 0 in
Peck Lake 0 in
Wilmington 2w 1 in
Stillwater Reservoir 0 in
Arietta 22 in
Bakers Mills 14 in
Peters Corners 13 in
Piseco 18 in
Shaker Place 18 in
Stillwater Reservoir Area 31 in
Whitaker Lake 10 in
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Trails in Adirondack Park

Named trails whose route falls inside the park.

Algonquin Trail
4.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Ampersand Mountain Trail
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Avalanche Pass Trail
3.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Beckhorn Trail
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Black Mountain Point Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Black Mountain Ponds Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Black Mountain Summit Trail
3.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Boreas Ponds
5.2 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Bumps Pond Trail
0.0 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Calamity Brook Trail
5.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Calkins Brook Truck Trail
9.3 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cat Mountain Red Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Cedar Lakes Trail
2.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Cold River Horse Trail
10.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cold River Horse Trails
5.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Cranberry Lake 50 Loop Trail
45.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Croghan Easement Trails
9.1 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Debar Mountain Wild Forest
12.7 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Dix Trail
6.6 mi · Hiking, Running
East River Trail
8.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Essex Chain Complex
5.1 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Esther Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Fifth Peak Lean-To Trail
0.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Five Mile Point Trail
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
French Louie Trail
8.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Grizzle Ocean Trail
4.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Gulf Brook Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Haystack Mountain Trail
3.2 mi · Hiking, Running
High Peaks Wilderness
4.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Huffman Notch Trail
7.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Indian Falls- Lake Arnold Crossover Trail
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Indian Pass Trail
9.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Junction Pass
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Lachute River Walk Interpretive Trail
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Lake Arnold Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Lake Colden Trail
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Little Moose Pond Trail
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Millman Pond Trail
2.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Moore Trail
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Mount Arab Trail
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Mount Jo Trails
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Mount Marcy Trail
4.1 mi · Hiking, Running
North Trail
6.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Northville-Placid Trail
125.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Northwest Bay Trail
5.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Otter Lake Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Peaked Mountain Trail
3.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Pharaoh Mountain Trail
3.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Phelps Mountain Trail
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Pitchoff Mountain Trail
4.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Power House Trail
1.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Roaring Brook Trail
3.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Scarface Mountain Trail
3.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Second Pond Trail
2.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Sleeping Beauty Trail
1.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Tongue Mountain Range Trail
9.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Van Hoevenberg Trail
7.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Ward Brook Truck Trail
4.2 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
West Lake Trail
2.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Wright Trail
0.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Detailed forecast

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Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.

Hourly detail

Next 5 days, hour by hour

Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.

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5-day forecast table

Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.

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Long-term outlook

15-day temperature & precipitation

Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.

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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace

Know before you go
Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
Stay on trail
Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
Respect wildlife
Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
Pack it in, pack it out
Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
Leave what you find
Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.

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FAQ

About Adirondack Park

What can I do at Adirondack Park?

Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).

How fresh is the weather data?

The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.

When is the best time to visit?

Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.

How do I get to Adirondack Park?

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Can I get alerts when conditions change?

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Land designation

Park & land designation reference

A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.