Your best Adirondack summer starts here

The Whiteface Region delivers the best of Adirondack summer. Hike or drive to the summit of Whiteface Mountain, the fifth-highest peak in New York, then spend your days camping, fishing, and catching live music along the banks of the Ausable River. Think summer camp reimagined for all ages. Canoe, rock climb, and mountain bike, then refuel at local restaurants and classic ice cream stands. Join community races and events, then unwind in cozy Adirondack-style lodging with all the comforts of home.

With charming small towns and standout attractions, the Whiteface Region is perfect for family memory-making or for adults ready to relive the freedom of summer vacation. Download a travel guide and start planning your stay.

Family fun

The Whiteface Region pairs classic Adirondack adventure with one-of-a-kind attractions perfect for families. Drive the Whiteface Veterans' Memorial Highway to the summit of Whiteface Mountain, where a stone castle, tunnels, and sweeping views await. Stroll the boardwalks at High Falls Gorge for up-close waterfall views, or spend a summer day at Santa's Workshop, where the holiday spirit shines year-round.

The landscape is just as memorable. The East Branch of the Ausable River carves dramatic canyons, while the West Branch winds past fertile farmland. Visit Blue Pepper Farm and Sugar House Creamery for hands-on agritourism and farm-fresh flavors, then explore scenic river roads by bike. Summer also brings festive traditions, from small-town Fourth of July celebrations with parades and fireworks to special events honoring America’s 250th anniversary, making it an unforgettable season for families.

Driving up to Whiteface Mountain in the summer.

High Falls Gorge in the summer.

Whiteface Veteran's Memorial Highway.

A family at a waterfall.

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Get Close to Summer Fun in the Whiteface Region

Get the whole family close to nature this summer. Easy camping locations keep you close to nature all night long, and entry level bike trails, hiking, and paddling will keep you throughout the day.

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Hiking

Summits and scenic views

From rocky summits and open ridges to backcountry ponds and sun-dappled forest trails, find a hike that's perfect for you.

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Outdoor activities

Wonders Of Wilmington Challenge

In Wilmington, New York, “WOW” is much more than a word. In fact, “WOW” is the acronym for a brand new patch challenge: the Wonders of Wilmington Challenge. WOW!

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Mountain biking

Hit the dirt on treasured trails!

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Fly fishing

Cast away in renowned waters fished by the pros.

Find your best catch of the season in the famed waters of the Ausable River! Beloved by anglers everywhere, the Whiteface Region boasts world-class fly fishing.

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Fall in the Whiteface Region.
Fall

Soak up summer now, because crisp fall days are just around the corner!

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Leave No Trace 7 Principles

The Adirondack Park provides a haven of pristine wilderness in New York state’s northernmost reaches. It also offers an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities for explorers of all ages and experience levels! While you enjoy your visit, please keep the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace in mind. Set forth by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, and championed by many partners within the Adirondack Park, these principles will not only improve your own nature experience, but they help preserve this unparalleled natural wonder for generations to come.

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Know before you go
 
 
Be prepared! Remember food, water, and clothes to protect you from cold, heat, and rain.    
Use maps to plan where you’re going. Check them along the way so you’ll stay on course and avoid getting lost. Learn about the areas you plan to visit.
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Stick to trails and camp overnight right
 
 
Walk and ride on designated trails to protect trailside plants. Camp only on existing or designated campsites to avoid damaging vegetation.
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Trash your trash and pick up poop
 
 
Pack it in, pack it out. Put litter—even crumbs, peels and cores—in garbage bags and carry it home. Use bathrooms or outhouses when available. If they're not available, bury human waste in a small hole 6-8 inches deep and 200 feet or 70 big steps from water and the trail.
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Leave it as you find it
 
 
Leave plants, rocks, and historical items as you find them so others can enjoy them. Treat living plants with respect. Carving, hacking, or peeling plants may kill them.
5
Be careful with fire
 
 
Use a camp stove for cooking. Stoves are easier to cook on and create less impact than a fire. If you want to have a campfire, be sure it’s permitted and safe to build a fire in the area you’re visiting. Use only existing fire rings to protect the ground from heat. Keep your fire small.
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Keep wildlife wild
 
 
Observe wildlife from a distance and never approach, feed or follow them. Human food is unhealthy for all wildlife and feeding them starts bad habits. Protect wildlife and your food by securely storing your meals and trash.
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Share our trails and manage your pet
 
 
Be considerate when passing others on the trail. Keep your pet under control to protect it, other visitors, and wildlife. Be sure the fun you have outdoors does not bother anyone else. Remember, other visitors are there to enjoy the outdoors too.

Where is the Whiteface Region?

Get close and savor our natural beauty, just a few hours from major Northeastern cities.

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Retro Motels, Modern Comforts

There’s something about a classic roadside motel that sparks nostalgia—a welcoming sign glowing against the evening sky, the charm of a wood-paneled lobby, and the promise of adventure just beyond the front door.

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Relive Your Best Summer Camp Memories in the Whiteface Region

Build your own Adirondack summer camp experience Do you remember the pure magic of summer camp? The crackling campfire, the splash of your paddle cutting through cool lake waters, the rush of climbing that towering rock face, and the joy of falling asleep under a blanket of stars?

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Unwind Upstate: A Long Weekend in the Whiteface Region

Relax. Take a deep breath. Pet that cute cow! Unwind in the Whiteface Region this summer.

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What to Know For Your First Trip to the Whiteface Region

New to the region? Welcome! The Whiteface Region is big and beautiful, and if you’re planning your first trip here, you might be a little overwhelmed with all the ground there is to cover.