Iron Peaks Lodge guidebook
Sightseeing
Here are some close by places you might be interested in. Also I have a list of great hikes in our Lodge and also a URL code that will take you to them on All Trails.
Beautiful hiking, skiing and more
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Whiteface Mountain Ski Center Main Office
5021 NY-86Beautiful hiking, skiing and more
Rentals are available, including aqua bikes, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. There's easy access to swimming, boating, volley ball, a playground, and public restrooms. Most of this area has a universal design making it accessible to everyone.
During July and August on Thursday nights there are free concerts.
The nature walk is located to the right of the beach when you are looking at Lake Everest. This simple trail loop is a combination of trail and boardwalk.
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Wilmington Town Beach at Lake Everest
Rentals are available, including aqua bikes, kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards. There's easy access to swimming, boating, volley ball, a playground, and public restrooms. Most of this area has a universal design making it accessible to everyone.
During July and August on Thursday nights there are free concerts.
The nature walk is located to the right of the beach when you are looking at Lake Everest. This simple trail loop is a combination of trail and boardwalk.
High Falls Gorge is a 22-acre, privately owned nature park. Safe trail access for all ages to an otherwise inaccessible narrow granite walled gorge with four spectacular waterfalls.
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High Falls Gorge
4761 NY-86High Falls Gorge is a 22-acre, privately owned nature park. Safe trail access for all ages to an otherwise inaccessible narrow granite walled gorge with four spectacular waterfalls.
Both Bear Den and Flume Knob have beautiful views from the top and are quick and enjoyable hikes that provide sustained uphill hiking, but nothing too technical or challenging, making them a great pick for families introducing their kids to hiking, or those out for a quick morning or afternoon hike in between other activities in Placid.
Flume Knob
New York 86 ScenicBoth Bear Den and Flume Knob have beautiful views from the top and are quick and enjoyable hikes that provide sustained uphill hiking, but nothing too technical or challenging, making them a great pick for families introducing their kids to hiking, or those out for a quick morning or afternoon hike in between other activities in Placid.
ADK’s High Peaks Information Center (HPIC) is a year-round resource for hikers, backpackers, snowshoers, and cross-country skiers. Many of the 46 high peaks are located here.
Hiker parking at the Heart Lake Program Center is located next to the High Peaks Information Center. Our rates are as follows:
Non-member full day: $15
Non-member 1/2 day: $7
Non-member weekly: $60
Member full day: $7
Member 1/2 day: $3
Member weekly: $28
Please be aware that parking fills early and often at the Heart Lake Program Center, especially in summer and the height of leaf-peeping season.
Adirondack Loj Rd, North Elba, NY 12946, Yhdysvallat
ADK’s High Peaks Information Center (HPIC) is a year-round resource for hikers, backpackers, snowshoers, and cross-country skiers. Many of the 46 high peaks are located here.
Hiker parking at the Heart Lake Program Center is located next to the High Peaks Information Center. Our rates are as follows:
Non-member full day: $15
Non-member 1/2 day: $7
Non-member weekly: $60
Member full day: $7
Member 1/2 day: $3
Member weekly: $28
Please be aware that parking fills early and often at the Heart Lake Program Center, especially in summer and the height of leaf-peeping season.
Shopping
Get your basics here- basic groceries, deli, beer, firewood, gas.
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Little Super Market
2505 5794 NY-86Get your basics here- basic groceries, deli, beer, firewood, gas.
Bigger Grocery Store than Little. You can get more items here if needed. There is a wine and liquor store across the street from this too.
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Tops Friendly Markets
14228 NY-9NBigger Grocery Store than Little. You can get more items here if needed. There is a wine and liquor store across the street from this too.
Large grocery store, has even more than Tops. There is a wine and liquor store beside this as well.
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Hannaford Supermarket
45 Hadjis WayLarge grocery store, has even more than Tops. There is a wine and liquor store beside this as well.
Breweries
Lake Placid Pub & Brewery
813 Mirror Lake DrDelicious beer!
Big Slide Brewery & Public House
5686 Cascade RdDelicious beer and food!
Delicious beer, check their Facebook page to see if they have a food truck.
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Ledge Hill Brewing Company
92 Main StDelicious beer, check their Facebook page to see if they have a food truck.
Delicious beer and great outdoor venue! Check their Facebook page to see what food truck they have.
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Ausable Brewing Company
765 Mace Chasm RdDelicious beer and great outdoor venue! Check their Facebook page to see what food truck they have.
Food scene
Delicious food and cocktails! Make sure to get a reservation in advance.
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Lisa G's
6125 Sentinel RdDelicious food and cocktails! Make sure to get a reservation in advance.
The brisket here is AMAZING! Make sure to make a reservation in advance.
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Smoke Signals
2489 Main StThe brisket here is AMAZING! Make sure to make a reservation in advance.
Great soups in bread bowls! Perfect meal after a day of snowshoeing or skiing!
Rudy's Scar Bar + Grille
Great soups in bread bowls! Perfect meal after a day of snowshoeing or skiing!
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Dogs should be treated for ticks
We suggest dogs be treated for ticks if they are exploring the woods or hiking. We have never had any issues but our dog is treated.
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Bring Reusable Grocery Bags
New York State does not allow stores to use plastic bags so it is a good idea to pack some reusable bags.
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We have dog waste bags!
In the drawer under the microwave we have dog waster bags for your convenience! Please clean up after your pup!
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Charcoal
We have a charcoal grill at the lodge. So if you plan to grill bring some charcoal. You can also buy some at the supermarket near by. We have grill tools in the kitchen.
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Ferry to Burlington, VT
If you have extra time to explore we love to catch the ferry in Plattsburgh which takes us across to Vermont. You can drive your car on the ferry then once in Vermont it is a quick drive to Burlington, VT which has a great food and beer scene.