New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1902-06-15
THE HOTEL CHAMPLAlN.
THE ATTRACTIVE RESORT AT BLUFF
POINT, on THE LAKE WHOSE
NaNrE RFARS
NAME IT BEARS.

Much has been said and sung OF the picturesque
ettractiveness OF the extensive Adirondack Noun
tain region for the throngs Of summer V1sl'ors WHO
go there animated by the distinct purpose OF gain
ing that renewed health and vtgor needed Tor Inc
strenuous struggle with city conditions Tor the
greater part of the year II is the striking con-
trast in respects with those conditions OF met
ropolitan life which affords the needed change 10
the wearied worker in office or counting room
Amid the eternal hills, clothed in their forest robes
OF green. with placid lakes and rushing streams
between. with the varying panorama OF nature
at hand, delighting only the eye with visions
OF changeful beauty, bat every other sense win
enjoyment of different kinds. the entire system is
restored and recuperated Nerves unstrung by the
grinding noises OF city streets are soothed by the
silences Of the forests Eye and mind strained al
most 10 the breaking point by the turmoil OF daily
conflict with the conditions confronting one IN the
wirI Of modern life ind relief and relaxation
There Is in the varying charms Of Nature, as one
conmunes with her in the primeval woods. a sense
of satisfaction and upbuilding OF spirit not TO be
secured in any other way.
Those who have learned the secret of securing
in the great North Woods what they need when the
vacation period recurs have hesitation in decid-
ing each year where they Will go for the refresh
fnent Of mind and body which all need in the
heated term II all the Adirondacks there is n
region more attractive than that on their easterly
border overlooking the extensive waters Of Lake
Champlain- Ever since the first white explorers Of
this region, led by the intrepid FTenchman Samuel
De Chanplain, whose name the lake has carried
down in history. first gazed the tree clad hills
and mountains which border II, the region has pos
sessed marked attractions for ali who came within
the sphere of its influence. The hardy hunters and
trappers who frequented its shores found no other
region TO equal Il in their estimation The early
settlers Of the rude and rocky region soon became
attached the soil, and despite adverse conditions
substantial settlements grew up
But it reserved for the latter part Of the
century just closed for those who truly appreciate
the combination of mountain, forest and lake seen
cry in any numbers TO discover and appreciate the
manifold charms OF this unsurpassed region or
these visitors who go there once only TO return
frequently possible the Hotel Champlain
offers al that be desired in the way OF accom-
mediation, comfort, convenience and the luxury Of
modern resort life.
The Charnplain stands on the most important
BluT Point which three miles south OF the -four
fishing village Of Plattsburg y. Y. II was twelve
guests who have thronged 1t IN ever increasing
n4aOe+s ecG yeI; g I 4! 1no, ks TO
the rear. forest clad hills and the ISLANDS OF the
lake in the foreground il combines the charms OF
both elevated and watersioe resorts So popular
has it become that now its capacity Is about tW1Se
rnent Of the most fastidious guest has been met in
ayaS so5 pI09 ice E T6a ao st staads on
foundation OF solid rock, the water supply IS from
The grounds surrounding the hotel and under its
control consist Of 450 Of park and woodland
laid out with roadWays and lawns ana a nLe son
The ATTRACTIONS T1 5t IS 6ls GD6 Of the
dacks: superb panoramic views in every direction,
idyllic walks and drives. sandy beach IN the
shade Of the woods. the finest fresh water bathing
IN the North: boating. yachting, hShlnS- shoouhS;
golf eighteen holes, tennis. music tFenrlch nad
and orchestral: the largest United States nlitdfy
post the East is close by, with its social attrc-
lions dress parade. music. guard mount. drills. etc;
cool nights; every comfort that the most eXacts
can desire; freedom from mosquitoes and flies: Au
Sable Chasm. of Natures marVels, IS WITHIN
easy driving distance day excursions may he made
70 Fort Montgomery. Fort Ethan Allen, the new
tinted States cavalry post, the historic remains OF
5ne forts at Crown Point and Ticonderosa, the
Islands Of Lake Chanplain. Lake George and all
the principal resorts in the Adirondacks
Within the grounds of the hotel are seven miles
If drives and walks. while. beyond them there are
many most attractive points which are easily
reached BY those tempted TO explore the region;
on the lake there is every facility Tor boaIlhS ana
yachting while steamboats, land close TO the motel
rfe entire Lake Champain region is accessible by