I love Terra Alta! We've been coming here for years. The simple, rustic cabins are a great break…read morefrom my regular life. The grounds are quiet and beautiful, there are plenty of kayaks and stand up paddle boards in addition to a beach for taking advantage of the lake, and there's lots of good hiking within an easy drive. Plus it's a short walk to get to the small town of Schroon with cute shops and restaurants. It's my happy place!

We came back to Terra Alta after a 25 year hiatus to celebrate a 90th birthday. The cottages were…read moreupdated but everything else was the same: the gorgeous Adirondack mountain scenery, the magnificent lake, the charming little town, the fresh, clean air. We fell back in time to a simpler, natural and relaxed time that we had missed. Thank you Terra Alta for remaining there all these years for us to experience again those precious times. .

The Lodge at Schroon Lake was home for two nights at the start of a trip to the Adirondacks and my…read morehusband and I were pleasantly surprised by our visit. We had plans to ski nearby Gore Mountain but the wind and a -40 degree windchill kept us from the slopes. This turn of events left us with more time than we expected at the lodge. Lucky for us, there were plenty of available on-site activities to keep us cozy and entertained. Highlights included: - Indoor heated pool & jacuzzi: What a luxury in the dead of winter! Spacious indoor area with large windows to house their pool, kiddie pool, and jacuzzi. Lounge chairs, tables, etc. Ample supply of pool towels, easy access to bathrooms, and separate changing areas so you don't have to walk through the lodge in your suit. - On-site activities: Board games available with ample seating near a fireplace. Large bar area. Group activities like bingo. The list goes on. - Comfortable rooms with useful amenities: Large televisions (great as the Olympics were on!), soft beds, mini fridge, Keurig, and the like. - Proximity to Downtown Schroon Lake: Although there was dining available on-site, it was nice to have a number of restaurants to select from 5 minutes down the road (and a stellar view of the frozen lake anytime you're pulling out of their property). - Hot drinks & snacks: I enjoyed some free cookies and hot beverages available in their lobby and main bar area on several occasions. Speaking of their property, the drive in among their towering trees is impressive. Lots of variety in the type of accommodation you can book. Ample parking. Great with snow removal and ensuring guests can get in and out. Staff were very helpful. Only snafu we encountered was right at check in. The heater in our first room sounded like a jet engine taking off with an incurable rattle. It was late but the front desk was very responsive and moved us to another room. Unfortunately, the room was quite a trek and was only accessible via stairs (which was a bummer as we had quite a few things we needed to drag in). To our delight, on trip 2 to our vehicle, the front desk stopped us and offered a 3rd but much closer room that became available after a last minute cancellation (which we gladly accepted). They didn't have to do that but we really appreciated them keeping us in mind. We were also granted a slight extension on checkout given our change in plans. Would definitely stay here again!

we really enjoyed staying here. So much to do in the area. The pool was amazing as well as a nice…read moreJacuzzi. After a long mountain hike it was needed. Plenty of hiking trails. Also ice fishing right outside if you're around that time of year. The shopping area downtown is walking distance and there's some amazing places to eat as well as good coffee shops. There is also a nice game room for pool and shuffleboard. Outside fireplace was very nice. However, a little bit too cold and windy the day I was there. Definitely would love to go back sometime.

Another great trip to Paradox lake. The facilities were spotless, the staff was attentive and I…read morewant to give a special star to Evelyn who worked the booth. She made my granddaughter feel extra special when she turned in her Jr. Ranger book and got her patch.

Wonderful place to camp! Must try the paddle boards. Really fun! Campsite was clean and park staff…read morewere super nice

A really fascinating place to visit for a decent hike/ tour. It's a self guided tour after you grab…read moreyour tickets inside the gift shop. There are some pretty incredible views & a few astounding caves you can explore. The trail features quite a bit of stairs & winding paths so come prepared (eg. walking stick if need be). We saw plenty of families, children & seniors on the trail so it's suitable for an array of people. We saved the coolest part for last: cracking open a few geodes. This is completely random but it's enchanting to wait & see what color is inside! We love this place.

Such a great day for kids while in the Adirondacks! The geode popping and activities at the end of…read morethe trail were fun.

For many years, Craig & his team of dedicated employees have provided 10 STAR services to the…read morecommunities in, I guess, a 25-50 mile radius between Schroon Lake, Lake George & their operation on Loon Lake. Their Mechanical dept has superior facilities for fixing your boat

I had a great experience with Schroon lake Marina, I was renting a house on the lake for a week,…read moreday one developed engine trouble with my boat contacted Schroon lake Marina, they sent service right out to me and spent quite a bit of time troubleshooting an intermittent problem. The recognized that my time on the lake was short and made it a priority to return the boat back, quickly, running great, safe and a for a very fair price. Great business run by great people

A great trip for anyone of any experience level in the outdoors! Me and my boyfriend chose the…read moreupper winding river and it was great! John is very accommodating, helpful, and has great energy on the trips. He even brought his dog which was a great surprise! One thing I would say to make sure of is that you check with John first to see how much the trip will cost, other than that we had an amazing experience!

Wonderful 4 days hiking and kayaking! The trails and…read morewaterways are gorgeous, food delicious, accommodations rustic and comfy. ATA is professionally run and takes care of everything--all you have to do is show up! Friendly and competent guides are icing on the cake!

Brown's Beach was amazing! I enjoyed my stay. Very private. Lake view was amazing. Most relaxed…read moretrip I've had in a long time. Great ski spots around the area. Defiantly coming back !

My family had the best time staying here at Browns! The location was perfect for day trips. So…read moremuch to do close by. The town of Schroon is adorable and close (4.5 miles) and has just what you need. The house was perfect. We had 8 adults and 4 kids and MORE than enough room for all of us. We cooked in some nights, and the kitchen was fully stocked making it easy! We spent a tone of time on the beach which had everything we needed from life jackets, kayaks, firewood, chairs, etc. Everything was clean and cozy. We needed a few things and jack was very responsive and went above and beyond for us. Beautiful views, cozy house, and great location. We would definitely come back!

Beautiful riverfront views, camping, RVing, clean facilities, and a great community…read more But best of all is Mike who manages services for campers and the campsite. He's friendly, super responsive, and a wealth of information. The world needs more Mikes!

This is our 4th year here at Medcalf Acres. It has become our second home! The sites are…read morebeautiful, and there are so many great things to do here on the Schroon River! Management (Mike) does a fantastic job maintaining the sites! We love it here so much! Activities for children are planned for every weekend, too!

Lovely little free public beach. It's clean with a decent amount of soft sand sitting area and a…read morerow of Adirondack chairs. The swimming area never gets really deep but was comfortable to swim and float in. The beach is only open for swimming when the life guard is present.

This is a lovely, well-kept, FREE public beach! The water level is high this year(2015) but usually…read morenice & sandy with terraced lawns for sunbathers and picnickers. A short walk to public restrooms, a playground, public tennis courts, square dances in July & August on Wednesdays at 7 PM, Main St., & Stewart's. Almost Heaven!

We did this over the weekend as a girls trip and had an amazing trip! Our guide Steven was so…read morefunny and skilled. He made a couple nervous passengers feel calm and loved the whole experience

Eric: Thanks for the safe yet great experience for an adventure bound family, always welcoming…read moresomething new to experience in God's great outsoors! You're an asset to any company you may wander off and work for. We are truly grateful for todays wonderful, awe-inspiring journey. You are also an inspiration to us with two types of special needs kiddos, being an example of using your weaknesses and turning them into strengths!