Click here to reserve your spot with a $150 deposit.

Winter's finally over, the birds are singing and the water is flowing. It’s time to get out there and enjoy the warmer weather!

Come join the Eastern Mountain Sports professional guides to take a tour to some of the Adirondacks' most pristine waterfalls. Enjoy the refreshing spray of mountain water and take your time exploring the magnificent falls. Whatever you do, don’t forget your camera: these waterfalls are not shy and love to have their picture taken.

Our host for this adventure is the Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort, on the banks of Mirror Lake in the heart of Lake Placid's Olympic Village. Located within walking distance to great shopping and restaurants, there is plenty to keep you entertained all day. The charming resort has a heated pool and hot tub, great for relaxing after a day of outdoor adventure. Along with being conveniently located, the Golden Arrow has gone totally “green.” Through extensive remodeling, they've created a carbon neutral environment without sacrificing the comfort of a full service resort.

For the waterfall excursion, you'll be given three choices. Each have different destinations and are rated at various difficulty levels, easiest to most difficult.

Bouquet River Falls and Knoblock Falls

These two waterfalls are all accessible in a day’s outing. There is a short drive between the two so carpooling or caravaning will be needed. The Bouquet River Falls is a longer flat approach that follows the river's edge, and the falls itself is a natural water slide that’s perfect for a quick dip. Knoblock Falls is a short bushwhack to a rarely visited waterfall that cascades off the side of Knoblock Mountain.

Cascade Falls (top and bottom), Deer Brook Falls and Roaring Brook Falls (top and bottom)

These three waterfalls are all accessible in a day’s outing. There is a short drive between the three so carpooling or caravaning will be needed. Cascade Falls will be first approached at its base, then a rugged climb will bring you to the top, revealing excellent views of the surrounding area. Deer Brook Falls is a roughly 2 miles round trip and follows Deer Brook. The terrain is rough but the brook offers several small waterfalls along its course. Roaring Brook Falls requires a short hike to the base and then a more strenuous hike to the top for additional views.

Beaver Meadow Falls and Rainbow Falls

This is a longer trip, around 9 miles round trip, and is located in the Adirondack Mountain Reserve. We will first make our way to Beaver Meadow Falls. After climbing along its shores, we will come to a ridge called Lost Lookout. From here you can take in the beautiful views overlooking Ausable Lake. We will then traverse down the other side to Rainbow Falls, which is one of the Adirondacks' most pristine waterfalls. We will exit near the Ausable Lake Dam but not before enjoying yet another great panorama of the lake.

Itinerary
Day one:

Arrive at the Golden Arrow Hotel around 4pm and meet with your guide at 5pm to go over the next day’s adventure. From there we can head over to the Eastern Mountain Sports store on Main Street to pick up any needed gear for the next day’s hike. The remaining part of the day is yours to enjoy exploring the historic town of Lake Placid.

Day two:

This is our hiking day. We will meet at the hotel at 8am and head out on one of the adventures listed above. If you would like to stay an additional night in Lake Placid, please make arrangements in advance.

Gear List:

• Day pack, with waist and sternum straps preferred
• 2 one liter water bottles or equivalent hydration bladder
• Trekking poles
• Snacks, energy bars/gels
• Camera
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Waterproof jacket and pants (Gore-tex or similar), use as a windbreaker as well
• Bathing suit/towel (just in case the mood strikes)
• Fleece jacket, for cooler temperatures
• Headlamp
• 2 pairs of synthetic light hiking socks
• 1 lightweight Teckwick shirt as a base layer
• 1 mid-weight Teckwick shirt as a mid-layer
• 1 pair of synthetic hiking pants (ones that zip off into shorts are popular)
• Hiking boots, with good support (broken in)
• Sandals, for wading in the water (optional)
• Light gloves (optional)
• Sun protection
• Bug repellant

 

For reservations or questions please call
1-888-755-TREK or e mail us at becky@emstrek.com

Explore the Adirondack’s best waterfalls during their peak season.
One night stay in the eco-friendly Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort in downtown Lake Placid, NY

Meet at The Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort in downtown Lake Placid, NY

2 days of expert guidance and instruction from Spencer Morrissey, author of two area guidebooks

Discounts to Eastern Mountain Sports retail stores with booking

2008 DATES/COST

• May 9th-10th $320 per person (Friday-Saturday)
• May 18th-19th $287 per person (Sunday-Monday)
• May 31st -June 1st $366 per person (Saturday-Sunday)

*Costs are based on double occupancy. There is a $70 single supplement for those wishing for private accommodations

While these dates are set up and ready to go, please feel free to set up a tour that fits your specific needs by calling 888-755-TREK. Prices and availability may differ.

Click here to reserve your spot with a $150 deposit.

GROUP SIZE: 2-8 people

MEALS: Lunch will by provided on the second day by Soulshine Bagel. Choice of sandwich, cookie, Kashi granola bar and veggie chips.

STYLE OF TRIP These weekends are designed for the adventurer who wants to enjoy the spring weather. A moderate level of fitness is required, but participants don’t need any hiking experience.

FITNESS RATING: Easy/Moderate Must be comfortable hiking up varied terrain for 4-6 hours.

INCLUDED WITH TRIP

• One night at the Golden Arrow Lakeside Resort
• One day of guided hiking with Spencer Morrissey, author of two local guidebooks
• Lunch for the day of the trip
• Trekking poles, upon request

Not Included

• Hiking gear (ask about rentals)
• Personal snack items
• Medical or evacuation insurance

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For more information, or to book your very own Eastern Mountain Sports adventure, call our travel guru Becky Harrison at
888-755-8735
or e-mail us at becky@emstrek.com.

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