While a few may feel the presence of roads and railroads detract from the wildness of the woods, most find the surroundings peaceful and serene. Feature. . . In and around the Adirondack Park you'll find some of the best canoeing and kayaking in the world. Whether it's shooting Class V rapids in the Hudson River Gorge, pond-hopping in the St. Regis Canoe Area, island camping on Indian Lake, or drifting down the long and lazy Raquette River, the remarkable diversity of the Park's water provides endless prospects. Canoeing or kayaking is one of the best ways to view the remarkable wildlife of the Adirondacks.
Wildlife is everywhere especially deep in the wilderness, along the Paddling routes.
Those animals you're most likely to spot in your travels include the white-tailed deer, red fox, and beaver. More reclusive are the area's black bear, coyote and moose. There are hundreds of species of birds. Among the more noteworthy are the osprey, loon, hawk, Great Blue heron, and American bald eagle. Nearly all of the waters offer great fishing.