Things To DoThings To Do
The Side Quest Artist CollectiveThe Side Quest Artist Collective
Our friends recently opened a storefront for independent artists!! We highly recommend checking it out while you are in town. It is righ tdown the road from Hotel Saranac.
Bitters & BonesBitters & Bones
Good eats & good vibes.
Waterhole Music LoungeWaterhole Music Lounge
Party on the patio (Partio): Free outdoor concert every Thursday. Sometimes they also have concerts on Saturday. The bar is always open with ping pong outside when there isn't live music
Adirondack Lakes & Trails OutfittersAdirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters
Canoe, kayak, and paddleboard rentals.
Berkeley DiveBerkeley Dive
Neat little wine bar on the river. 'Just opened in 2025.
Saranac Lake Farmers' MarketSaranac Lake Farmers' Market
Highly recommend finding the tamale stand for a quick bite on Saturday morning. The market typically runs from 9 am to 1 pm on Saturday.
Grizle T'sGrizle T's
Dive bar with burgers and sandwiches. The kitchen usually closes around 9 or 10. Across the street from The Waterhole.
Donnelly's Soft Ice CreamDonnelly's Soft Ice Cream
Donnelly's, an Adirondack icon, uses an old-fashioned machine to make their own ice cream. It's very good, some say it's the best.
Main Street, Lake PlacidMain Street, Lake Placid
15-20 minutes from Saranac Lake, Main Street Lake Placid has lots of fun restaurants and shops!
Whiteface MountainWhiteface Mountain
Whiteface has some of the best views of the high peaks, and if you don't want to hike, you can drive to the top! This address is for the driving option. Checking out the website is highly recommended for up-to-date information and weather conditions.
The Wild CenterThe Wild Center
An interactive museum of Adirondack nature and wildlife.
Paul Smith's VICPaul Smith's VIC
The VIC (Visitor Interpretive Center) is run by Paul Smith's College. They have some guided activities, easily accessible hiking trails, a butterfly house, and much more!
High Falls GorgeHigh Falls Gorge
Privately owned nature park on the other side of Lake Placid, near Whiteface Mountain. It has very accessible walking paths (some even wheelchair accessible) that take you around waterfalls, but you do have to pay about $20 to get in.