Looking for some fun outdoor activities to do with the family this winter, or maybe a getaway for some time to yourself? Well, look no further! Old Forge, NY area in the Adirondacks has so much to offer to meet those needs and provide family fun for the season. Here are five awesome winter adventures waiting for you to experience this winter!

Winter Stay ’n Play

Old Forge Camping Resort and Water’s Edge Inn offer weekday Winter Stay ’n Play  promo codes and packages that include something for everyone, including  winter sports enthusiasts. Old Forge, NY turns into a winter wonderland offering guests the opportunity to ski, snowboard, snowshoe, ice fish, snowmobile, and more! Snowmobilers  have direct access to all the Adirondacks have to offer including access to over 500 miles of groomed snowmobile trails!

Ethanol-free snowmobile gas is available at Old Forge Camping Resort’s main lodge during business hours and 24/7 at Enchanted Gas in the Water Safari parking lot. ! This winter season, whether for a family retreat or independent adventures, consider great offers and packages at Old Forge Camping Resort or Water’s Edge Inn.

McCauley Mountain Ski Area

In the Central Adirondacks just outside of Old Forge, NY you’ll find McCauley Mountain. McCauley Mountain’s twenty-one slopes, 633-ft vertical drop, and trails up to a mile long are quite the winter adventure for skiers and snowboarders. McCauley has a double chair lift,  T-Bar lifts, and rope tows to keep everyone moving. There are also cross-country ski trails and areas to snowshoe. The popular mountain  has produced three Olympic skiers: John “Louie” Ehrensbeck, Hank Kashiwa, and Maddie Phaneuf. McCauley Mountain is an attraction you must visit for your winter adventures!

Winter Camping

Cabin fever creeping in? Check out Old Forge Camping Resort for winter camping getaway!  The resort is open year-round and features heated cabins and cottages,  heated bathrooms, shower rooms, and kitchen facilities to make your visit enjoyable and comfortable. Create a winter wonderland feel right on your site and enjoy the magic of a  campfire in the winter snow for warmth, cooking, and more. It’s truly a unique winter experience in the Adirondacks!

Snowshoe Trails

The Old Forge and Inlet, NY areas have so many snowshoe trails that will get you moving! In Inlet, NY for the more adventurous hiker try Black Bear Mt., Rocky Mt., Fern Park, and many more offer trails for snowshoeing. Go to adirondackexperience.com to see all the trails Inlet, NY has to offer.  In Old Forge many like to snowshoe up Maple Ridge, at McCauley Mountain and for a more family friendly hike, try Lock N Dam.

Ice Skating

Ice skating is a must for winter fun! It doesn’t matter whether you go in a group or fly solo, gliding on the smooth, crisp ice will give you the feeling of a winter wonderland. Check out Old Forge’s outdoor rink or Inlet’s Fern Park for skating fun this season!

 

Whether you’re going with the family, your romance partner or looking for an alone time getaway, Old Forge, NY in the Adirondacks has it all for your winter adventures! From snowmobiling to skiing or just getting outdoors to , these locations are no doubt the place to be for a winter adventure.