The Best Family-Friendly Attractions in the Adirondacks for Fall
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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of back-to-school and work obligations this season! Check out the following family-friendly attractions in the Adirondacks this fall to reconnect and make core memories together.
Adirondack Experience for a Museum All Can Enjoy
Adirondack Experience on Blue Mountain Lake encompasses 24 separate buildings and galleries for your group to explore. From interactive exhibits, to fascinating photos, objects, and more, there are multiple ways to learn about life in the Adirondacks.
You'll want to dress in layers for fall, as some of the exhibits are outdoors. As one Google reviewer put it:
"Exhibits were varied and interesting and covered a large number of subjects and interests. This is an indoor and outdoor museum, so if you go on a rainy day, be prepared to walk from building to building outside, but the campus is not super large. Good for kids and adults."
Fort Ticonderoga: For an Epic Corn Maze & An Autumn Boat Ride
Fort Ticonderoga not only offers stunning views of Lake Champlain and an intimate look into the history of the region, but they have six-acre corn maze and a guided boat tour, both typically available through Columbus Day Weekend.
The 75-minute boat tour will be appreciated by kids interested in history and adults who want to soak in the foliage on the lake. The whole family will love using the historic clues throughout the maze to navigate their way out.
Lake George for Boating & Leaf Peeping
Fall is a great time to rent a boat or a kayak to get out on the water when it's less crowded. Take in the foliage colors while surrounded by the Queen of American Lakes - just make sure to dress appropriately!
Prospect Mountain for Hiking or Driving
Prospect Mountain is a must-see leaf peeping experience if you're in Lake George, and there are two ways to get up the mountain: hike, or drive. We recommend driving if you have children.
There are three overlooks on the way up to the top you can stop at, and the final parking lot is 155 feet below the summit. There's a quarter-mile trail from the parking lot to the summit.
Rush Pond Trail for a Kid-Friendly Walk in the Woods
Situated just south of the Adirondacks in Queensbury, Rush Pond Trail explodes with vibrant colors each fall - and it's a kid-friendly, stroller-friendly, and pet-friendly 2.6-mile trail. Traverse over bridges and check out nearby wetlands and streams.
Gore Mountain for Vibrant Colors From Up High
Gore Mountain's gondola rides are the perfect way to take in fall colors in the Adirondacks! Plus for the more adventurous families, there's hiking and biking on their 14+ mile trail network.
As one Google reviewer put it, "Looking for something to do in the fall while taking in the foliage? This is a must do then. Perfect for all ages."
Natural Stone Bridge and Caves Park for Outdoor Adventures
Natural Stone Bridge & Caves in Pottersville is primarily known for summer cave explorations and winter adventures, but did you know they have a self guided tour available in the fall?
From early September through mid October you can get access to their hiking trails, plus, they have plenty of kid-friendly fun like a dino dig, bouldering walls, and gemstone mining (ages 10+).
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