New-York tribune., 1901-06-09
ST. HUBERTS INN,

The patron saint of the huntsman could hardly
have chosen more delightful more appropriate
spot for dwelling than that occupied by the inn
II at bears his for this Is the heart Of
the mountains. and on every hand the forests come
down to meet the stranger and welcome tnm to
their shadowy depths. The march of progress has
made but slight impression here, and the RNtle
opening where the hotel with its group of cot
tages, stands seems to exist only by the sufferance
OF the surrounding mountains
st. Huberts Inn stands on elevated plateau
that is entirely surrounded by grand old noun
tains. and in its immediate vicinity most of the
highest peaks in the region. From the porch one
locks out Noon Mark. delightful mountain
that rises directly in front, while to the east the
massive Giant rears to the sky rugged brow that
changes it's mood with every changing Hght-a
smiling monarch in the morning sun. mellow and
benign in the golden purple of sunset. and with a
threatening frOwn the night gathers DER him.
To the left more mountains gather in crowded
array, with single narrow opening to show where
they guard in their Businesses the far famed
Ausable Lakes the choicest gems of the Adiron-
dacks There are trails to the SUBMITS of many
of these mountains. and nowhere in this region can
the mountain climber find more varied Opportuni-
ties for the pursuit of his favorite recreation.
Besides the mountains there are many other
features of interest in the vicinity that offer in
ducements 10 the active to make excursions
through the neighboring forests and many miles
of trails have been built or improved through the
efforts of the summer residents. Some of these
-a~'-,5 two or three days to accomplish, and an
entire may be agreeaby and prohtably
spent in exploring the natural beauties that cluster
so thickly around St Hubert's Inn. y list of such
excursions collected for the information of visitors
catalogues over fifty trips and besides there are
large number Of drives leading through some OF
the grandest and most picturesque scenery in the
Adirondacks. From the inn fine drive of three
miles brings one to the lower Ausable Lake. mar
row gorge filled with sparkling waters, from whose
borders lofty mountains rise precpitouSy on every
side There il hibitation on this lake. but
b. ycnd is another. the upper AuSabe. and on ITS
opener shores "A number OF licensed guides main
tain permanent log camps. where visitors may be
entertained for a few days while they enjoy u
surrounding forests owned by an association.
which strictly prohibits hunting, even by its own
members. that the deer find this a safe refuge,
and IL uncommon tnlnE Tor 4 npple DUCK 10
be seen swimming the lake by a boating party.
Descending from the plateau of the inn to the
north one enters Keane Valley the flVorite resort
strips OF meadow along the banks of the Ausable
River the outlet of the lakes If one turns In the
through a magnificent pass that has few rivals
even in this land of the picturesque. Besides the
walks the drives and the scenery there Is excel
lent fishing near at hand. and in the season a deer
ad adininS the house. and directly in front lies .
beautiful and excellent golf course. Near by Is also
billiard tables and bowling alleys. while in the
upper story is great, airy playroom for the chill
drcn. Another COSey cottage Is the library, well
supplied with books and current literature of all
ST. Huberts Inn is modern building. conven-
iently arranged and affordinS ample accommOda-
natural woods throughout, and rugs cover the poll
ished floors instead OF the usual carpets. \ quiet
elegance charaCteriZeS the whole establishment,
and dainty table, with skilled service. fully meets