Pier Bar was delicious and the atmosphere was fantastic. Service was quick and the food was pipping…read morehot.

My husband and I could not recommend this Inn enough, we had a beautiful stay on the second floor…read more This is such a special place to visit, it was welcoming and friendly after a long day of travel. The food was to die for, my husband did surf and turf.. said it was the best lobster he has ever had! We love it here

Ausable Chasm, NY - billing itself as "the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks" is a shamelessly…read moreambitious boast for an attraction that I'd more accurately describe as Watkins Glen with the consumer interface of Bushkill Falls, but there's no denying Ausable Chasm is a fun, scenic, and daring adventure for all ages! We came during the off season at the end of April, before the more high thrills activities like rafting & tubing, riverwalk, Via Ferrata adventure trail, rappelling, rock climbing, etc. were open for the season (usually around late-May to June through autumn). That was no problem as we are visiting with our toddler who isn't old enough to do most of these activities anyway, and, as we discovered, it was actually perfect and to our advantage, since as first-time visitors we only wanted/had time to explore the chasm itself. And as there were very few other visitors on a weekday, it was as if we had this private park all to ourselves! No need to jostle for views/photos, can enjoy lunch & snacks at the best picnic tables by vista points, and it's also more pleasant than hiking in hot summer, though many of the trails are shaded. The basic "trails only" admission is about $20 for adults & teens, $12 for kids 5-12, and free for under 5. All the other activities have additional fees, which can add up so you might explore packages, or even stay overnight at their campground & cabins. We are a family of hikers so wanted to do the whole perimeter and see the entire gorge (about 2 miles). But if you only wish to see the exciting parts and leave time for other activities, then you can turn back halfway and do the shorter loop (1 mile if you do the Inner Sanctum Trail which I 100% recommend as this is the "signature" trail along the canyon's edge. But note it has many stairs up & down). We took the Inner Sanctum (yellow) trail, crossed over to Big Dry Chasm and hiked to the Whirlpool Basin Overlook at other end, then looped back around on the orange trail via Little Dry Chasm. The trails are well maintained, with most of the outer edge trails on comfortable soft padded ground. They're mostly well marked except the end part is not really shown clearly on the park map so I used AllTrails. The orange trail (Dry Chasm Trail) is marked as more difficult, but it's basically just a regular wooded hiking trail that's not paved, with rooty and rocky sections. The park is very walkable for most able-bodied people. Even our 3yo was able to hike the whole thing by himself, with a bit of help over the orange trails. We loved our visit and are excited to come back when our child is older to do more activities! Will update my review when we've had a chance to experience all the action-packed adventures the park has to offer. TIP #1: No trail maps are given out so take a photo ar a screenshot. But there are maps placed along the trails marked with where you are. TIP #2: Porta-potties only on either end of the trails, so I recommend taking your nature break before setting out. TIP #3: There's a cafe by the Welcome Center but it's only open seasonally. Bring water. No garbage bins along the trails (cos bears!) so trash is carry-in carry-out.

This place is the best. Great for families. Do the explorer package with river walk...ropes…read morebridges are awesome. Boat is mild, it's not white water rafting. Very safe. Go here and enjoy!

I am so sad to hear about Charlie's passing. He became a very close friend of mine when I was…read moreattending Burlington College. Amazing Man A++++ R.I.P. Charlie - May you be at Peace now with Your Beloved WIFE and FAMILY

I've rented kayaks at Charlie's a couple of times, and I'm so glad he's still here. He's perfectly…read moresituated for either open-water or river boating, and offers a pretty wide selection of kayaks (1- and 2-person boats, sit-on-tops, ocean and river kayaks), canoes and rowboats. His prices are half what they are in town, and he's generous with determining time. This is a GREAT place to go on a nice summer's day in the area.

Great kayaks, great place and super people…read more We have been here every time we visit this area. Probably 5 different visits and it is always reliable and great. This year the river was a bit low for our tandem kayak but we still had a wonderful time.

Was able to get up to Vermont this past weekend for my yearly trip! I'm always looking for kayak…read morerentals as I don't want the hassle of transporting. Luckily this place is here and as always it was a seamless experience! If you're a Vermont resident (not me unfortunately), you get 10% off your rental. The Cupboard Deli is nearby and is a great place to stop and eat.

Well,I love history,especially when you find out that a site you go to,was once part of the…read moreAtlantic Ocean, post Glacier times(10,000 of years ago)? You find out it once had Salt water? It has waves and it feels like the ocean too! Love it,just sit lay and swim in it? I am going soon to it again!

This state park is amazing! The beach is so clean and nice. The water is so refreshing and the…read moreviews are awesome! It can smell a fish fishy when you first walk into the beach, but the smell doesn't last very long (probably just some standing water). The beach is mostly sand but some rocks and pebbles (so where shoes when you walk in). I highly recommend going here!

My family and I decided to go kayaking while we were in Vermont. We rented 3 tandem kayaks from Up…read moreNorth. Up North was different from other kayak rental places I've used in that they drop off the kayaks, along with life jackets and oars, at a waterway of our choice. They had several options of locations that we could pick from, but being unfamiliar with the area, I asked them for their recommendation while on the phone with them. We filled out the waivers online on their website and paid over the phone. Our kayaks were dropped off quickly. Once they dropped off our kayaks, we were texted instructions on how to get there, etc. The instructions were easy to follow and everything went very smoothly. Green River Reservoir, where we ended up kayaking, was absolutely breathtaking. The kayaks were great! Up North made is simple and straightforward to rent from them. The instructions were all clear and overall, everyone was very happy with the experience. I would definitely recommend it!

I've never had an easier kayak rental! I called Up North Canoe & said I needed 2 tandem kayaks…read moredelivered to Green River Reservoir. We arranged a time, and I filled out waivers online. Then I drove to Green River Reservoir, picked up the kayaks right at the waters' edge, and had an awesome day's outing. Kayaks were Pamlico's, quite comfy, equipped with oars and life vests. When done we dropped the kayaks off where we'd found them and texted them that they were ready for pick-up. Super easy! Only thing to know is that they have a day rate, not an hourly rate, so pack lunch and plan for a great day!

We recently rented a boat here. I believe it was a 20 ft Larson with volvo penta I/O. The exterior…read moreof the rental boat was somewhat weathered, but it was comfortable and the powerful engine ran smoothly. It was perfect for cruising or water-skiing. The staff and ownership were professional, easy-to-deal with, and honest. There were no deceptions nor hidden costs...just don't hit any rocks! The marina offers several amenities for permanent docking and visitors, including fuel, repair, and a restaurant. Westport is beautiful, but not upscale. It is a much better value than nearby yuppie traps.

This campsite is absolutely amazing. I go here every year in august with family…read moreAnd friends. I love going up. Here it's nice and relaxing.

Amazing campground full of friendly people! We come back every year! Great place for the summer.read more