Your guide to Gore Mountain, Hudson River rafting, Lake George day trips, local events, and life at a house that's seen 176 winters.
A New York State–licensed guide running beginner-friendly Hudson River rafting trips — minutes from the Homestead.
Read the story →BBQ, Mexican, sushi, and classic Adirondack saloons — where our guests eat, all a short drive away.
Read →Easy lake loops to High Peaks summits — how to plan your hiking days from the heart of the Park.
Read →Activities for all ages, rainy-day backups, and why a whole house beats cramped hotel rooms.
Read →Trade NYC for quiet lakes, cozy fires, and starry nights — about four hours north.
Read →New York's biggest ski mountain is eight minutes from the front door. Here's how to make the most of a day on the hill.
Read →Step aboard the historic Minne Ha Ha for a scenic 1-hour Lake George cruise — just 25–30 minutes away.
Read →Spring melt turns the Hudson River Gorge into one of the East Coast's great whitewater runs. Here's the first-timer's rundown.
Read →World-class opera and musical theater in the Adirondacks, minutes from your stay at the Homestead.
Read →Splitting a group across hotel rooms is expensive and lonely. Here's the case for renting a whole historic house.
Read →Fireside ghost stories, Bigfoot lore, and live-guitar singalongs at the homestead — rain or shine.
Read →Skiing, rafting, foliage, or quiet lake mornings? Here's what each season looks like around Gore Mountain.
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