Accessible Adirondacks
With millions of acres of public land, the Adirondack Park and all its natural beauty belongs to everyone. We've collected some of the best, prettiest, and most enjoyable ADA-accessible areas to help you plan an adventure that is destined to delight and include everyone.
Day 1
John Dillon Park - Long Lake
A fully accessible wilderness area located near Tupper Lake, John Dillon Park has picnic areas for d...
A fully accessible wilderness area located near Tupper Lake, John Dillon Park has picnic areas for day trips and camping. Operated by Paul Smith’s College, this park is one of the only parks of its kind in the Adirondacks. There are nine lean-to sites - all are fully accessible either by ramp or by transfer from a wheelchair, and are equipped with a fold-down bed, fireplace, and picnic table. Call ahead for trail conditions.
Tupper Lake Municipal Park - Tupper Lake
In the heart of the Village of Tupper Lake you will find the expansive Tupper Lake Municipal Park. F...
In the heart of the Village of Tupper Lake you will find the expansive Tupper Lake Municipal Park. Flanking the shores of Raquette Pond, this oversized park is great for relaxing, exploring, playing, and even working. So whether it is a picnic and scenic stroll along the Waterfront Walkway, a sunny afternoon in the gazebo, or an evening fishing under the glow of the sunset that draws you to the park - we guarantee that you will be back again!
Day 2
The Wild Center - Tupper Lake
The Wild Center strives to provide everyone with the opportunity to experience and enjoy the Adirond...
The Wild Center strives to provide everyone with the opportunity to experience and enjoy the Adirondacks and the natural wonders of the area. The Wild Center offers a variety of services to meet the needs of visitors, including accessible trails, manual wheelchairs and walkers available, guided tours for the visually impaired, and much more.
Paul Smith's College VIC - Paul Smiths
The Paul Smith's College VIC offers year-round environmental education and outdoor recreation opport...
The Paul Smith's College VIC offers year-round environmental education and outdoor recreation opportunities. Outside of the visitor center, a 25-mile trail network begins. Take the wide, easy path down to Heron Marsh and birdwatch from one of the viewing platforms. If you want something longer but just as easy, continue straight to the boardwalk over the marsh — this is an amazing opportunity to walk through a wetland without getting wet — or bear right and follow Barnum Brook to the Boreal Life trail, where another boardwalk winds past pitcher plants and bog rosemary to a viewing platform overlooking Barnum Pond.
Day 3
Lake Placid Olympic Museum - Lake Placid
Adjacent to the “Miracle On Ice” rink is the Lake Placid Olympic Museum, a multi-exhibit monument to...
Adjacent to the “Miracle On Ice” rink is the Lake Placid Olympic Museum, a multi-exhibit monument to the Olympic heart and soul of Lake Placid. With multi-media exhibits and memorabilia displays that transport visitors into the iconic past of the region, a visit to the museum is a fully accessible, informative, and transformative experience that is great for people of all ages and all levels of knowledge on the Olympic legacy of Lake Placid!
Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society/Museum - Lake Placid
The Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society has operated The History Museum in the historic Lake P...
The Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society has operated The History Museum in the historic Lake Placid Railroad Station since 1967. Open May-October, the museum reveals the rich and unique history of the Village of Lake Placid and the Town of North Elba. Exhibits in the past have included topics such as the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics, the era of the great hotels and guides, The Stedman and Moses Collection of Glass Plate Negatives, and more!
Day 4
Olympic Jumping Complex - Lake Placid
Explore the site of Olympic ski jumping on the 8-person Skyride, a new, state-of-the-art pulse gondo...
Explore the site of Olympic ski jumping on the 8-person Skyride, a new, state-of-the-art pulse gondola, and glass-enclosed elevator ending at the observation deck of the K-120 meter jump. The ADA compliant gondola carries athletes, coaches, officials, equipment and visitors from the Intervales Base Lodge to the 90 & 120-meter ski jump towers. At the top of the new glass-enclosed elevator, enjoy the panoramic vista of Adirondack High Peaks and then experience what the jumpers see as they start to accelerate towards the end of the ramp.
Cloudsplitter Gondola Rides at Whiteface - Wilmington
During the warm months, the wheelchair accessible eight-passenger Cloudsplitter Gondola carries you ...
During the warm months, the wheelchair accessible eight-passenger Cloudsplitter Gondola carries you from the Main Base Lodge to the summit of Little Whiteface Mountain in fifteen minutes. As you trace the mountain’s contours—soaring over streams, ski trails, steep rock faces and thick forests—the beauty of the Adirondacks reveals itself. At the top, soak in the views of Lake Placid and the High Peaks Region from the accessible observation deck and picnic area.
Champlain Bridge Trail - Crown Point
The Champlain Bridge, one of only two bridges across Lake Champlain, has an accessible path that cro...
The Champlain Bridge, one of only two bridges across Lake Champlain, has an accessible path that crosses it! Right from the Lake Champlain Region Visitor's Center, you gain quick views of the Adirondack Mountains, Lake Champlain, and the surrounding historic sites at Crown Point. Across the region, Champlain Area Trails (CATS) also has options for accessible trails. If you visit the bridge and want some more options, check out the CATS trail system.