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The Best Camping in Paul Smiths

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Top camping spots in and near Paul Smiths

  • Saranac Lake, New York

    Hoel, Turtle and Slang Ponds

    6.19 mi / 322 ft gain
    Hoel, Turtle and Slang Ponds is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lake Clear, New York.
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  • Saranac Lake, New York

    Camp at Fish Creek Pond

    4.7
    Located in the Saranac Lake region there is a natural sand shoreline and water access for most campsites. There are countless rivers and ponds which allow use of motorized and non-motorized boats. The campsites are ideally located on Fish Creek Pond and Square Pond. The campsite offers a beac...
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  • Lake Clear, New York

    Relax at Ampersand Beach

    1.1 mi / 20 ft gain
    Located across from the Ampersand Mountain trailhead on NY Route 3, a trail will take you a short walk (about a half mile) to this beautiful, quiet beach on the shores of Middle Saranac Lake. Starting at the trailhead, you will continue along an unmarked but clear footpath that trails through the...
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  • Tupper Lake, New York

    Raquette River

    13.48 mi / 1480 ft gain
    Raquette River is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Tupper Lake, New York.
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  • Saranac Lake, New York

    Donaldson Mountain, Mount Emmonds, Seward Mountain Loop

    15.7 mi / 3556 ft gain
    Donaldson Mountain, Mount Emmonds, Seward Mountain Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Tupper Lake, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Copperas Pond

    0.89 mi / 335 ft gain
    Copperas Pond is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Hike Mount Jo

    4.8
    This short hike offers exceptional views, perfect for late night sunsets and early morning sunrises. Take a lunch date to the summit and enjoy overlooking Heart Lake and New York's highest peak, Mt. Marcy. The trail to Mt. Jo trailhead is located at the enterance station near the parking lot at t...
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Hike Wright, Algonquin, and Iroquois Mountains

    5.0
    Although a bit strenuous this loop climb up the MacIntyre Range is one of the most beautiful climbs in all the High Peaks. I suggest that you travel past Marcy Dam to Avalanche Lake and ascend the range in that direction as the trail from Lake Colden up to the ridge is very steep and best climbed...
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Hike Phelps and Tabletop Peaks

    12.6 mi / 3300 ft gain
    The Adirondack Loj is a BEAUTIFUL place to go to, even if you do not plan on hiking. Located just ten minutes outside of the famous Lake Placid, you do not want to miss visiting this alluring Loj in the woods.Starting from Lot number 1 from the Adk Loj, begin hiking the 2.1 miles to Marcy Dam. Th...
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Avalanche Lake Mount Marcy Loop Trail

    17.33 mi / 3934 ft gain
    Avalanche Lake Mount Marcy Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Wright, Algonquin, Iroquois, Gray, Skylight, Marcy Loop

    20.6 mi / 6857 ft gain
    Wright, Algonquin, Iroquois, Gray, Skylight, Marcy Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Wright Peak via Van Hoevenberg Trail

    6.99 mi / 2546 ft gain
    Wright Peak via Van Hoevenberg Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Table Top Mountain via Van Hoevenberg Trail

    10 mi / 2631 ft gain
    Table Top Mountain via Van Hoevenberg Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Phelps and Tabletop Mountains Trail

    12.37 mi / 3914 ft gain
    Phelps and Tabletop Mountains Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • North Elba, New York

    Iroquois Peak via Algonquin and Iroquois Trail

    10.26 mi / 3924 ft gain
    Iroquois Peak via Algonquin and Iroquois Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Lake Placid, New York.
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  • Lake Placid, New York

    Wright, Algonquin, Colden Loop

    19.74 mi / 7523 ft gain
    Wright, Algonquin, Colden Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Lake Placid, New York.
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