Now open to the public, it offers tours, seminars, workshops, accommodations and special events. Great Outdoors Hiking. First choices might include the Nick's Lake Loop in Old Forge, the Great Camp Sagamore Lake Trail near Raquette Lake, or the Castle Rock Trail near Blue Mountain Lake. Miles of canoe routes are also travel options, including the Fulton Chain beginning in Old Forge, the Marion River between Raquette and Blue Mountain lakes, or the remote St. Regis Canoe Area near Tupper Lake. The village of Saranac Lake features a white-water practice course on the Saranac River suitable for novice and intermediate paddlers.
Instructions are available.
The Chamber of Commerce also has information on boating, hiking, and mountain bike options. W.W. Durant Boat Cruise. Raquette Lake Navigation, Box 100, Raquette Lake 13436. This double-decked cruiser offers a variety of day and evening cruises with historic narration, meals, drinks and musical entertainment. Thrills Fast water rides, both natural and man-made, abound.