Port Henry & Moriah
Port Henry & Moriah
The Town of Moriah, home to the hamlets of Witherbee, Moriah Center, Moriah Corners, Mineville, and the former village of Port Henry, offers a blend of history, charm, and lakeside adventure in the Lake Champlain Region. Port Henry is also the proud home of “Champ,” the legendary lake monster celebrated each year at the community’s lively Champ Day Festival. Visitors can enjoy the area’s beaches, marinas, a NYS boat launch, and a fishing pier, or take to the trails for sweeping lake and mountain views. The town’s rich mining heritage comes to life at the Iron Center Museum, where the story of Moriah’s iron ore industry is preserved and shared.
What to do
Iron Center Museum
Visitors can explore the region’s rich mining heritage at this museum, which showcases the history of Moriah’s iron ore industry through interactive exhibits, artifacts, and historic photographs. It’s a fascinating glimpse into the work and innovation that helped shape the community.
Hiking
Hiking in the Moriah and Port Henry area offers rewarding views and peaceful forest trails. Belfry Mountain features a short climb to a fire tower with panoramic views of the Adirondacks and Lake Champlain, while Cheney Mountain Trail leads to overlooks of the lake, bridge, and surrounding valleys.
Champ Day
Each summer, the community gathers to celebrate its most famous lake resident, “Champ,” with a lively festival featuring local food, music, family activities, and even the chance to spot the legendary creature yourself. It’s a fun-filled day that captures the spirit and charm of Port Henry.
Plan a Visit
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Town of Moriah is located in Essex County, New York, on the western shore of Lake Champlain. Port Henry, the former village within the town, sits along the lakeshore overlooking Bullwagga Bay and the Lake Champlain Bridge.
Absolutely. The area features two beaches, two marinas, a New York State boat launch, and a fishing pier—perfect for swimming, boating, or simply relaxing by the water.
Moriah neighbors several scenic Adirondack communities, including Westport, Crown Point, and Elizabethtown, each offering additional trails, historic sites, and lake access.