Winter at Garnet Hill

Conditions are looking great!

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We are expecting 15 inches of snow from the current storm, and snow is expected to continue into tomorrow morning.   Added to our already great conditions, this new snow is going to make for absolutely fantastic February skiing and snowshoeing. Check out this video on conditions from last weekend: Click here to play video on Facebook.

This Weekend’s Activities

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Open Secret: The Adirondacks Remain (Still!) America’s Undiscovered Treasure

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Jan 23, 2019 Words by Kathleen Willcox with contributions by Audra Herman, New York Makers Marketplace Director Photo: Garnet Hill Lodge   It’s kind of crazy how under-appreciated the Adirondack Park is, even — or especially — by New Yorkers, for whom this quiet giant occupies their own backyard. Perhaps it is because, unlike more familiar parks like Yosemite or Yellowstone, Adirondack Park, which dwarfs them all in size, is not an official National Park. It is not even a State…

Romantic Getaways to Upstate NY

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We’re hastily approaching the “Month of Love” here in the ultra-romantic, snow-covered Adirondack Mountains. Every winter, couples escape their overcrowded cities, hectic schedules, and stressful jobs for an extended weekend of relaxation, romance, and a bit of adventure here at Garnet Hill Lodge in tranquil North River, NY. Most couples cannot get away on Valentine’s Day (February 14), thus creating an entire Month of Love here in the Adirondacks. February is one of our busiest…

January Snow!

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Snow Day The ski season started nice and early this year at Garnet Hill and we are still going strong!  There always seems to be more snow in North Creek than there is even a short drive farther south, and then more snow again up at Garnet Hill than down on the main road.  It has been snowing all day long at Garnet Hill and it is supposed to continue into tomorrow morning.  While the…

A Wintertime Upstate New York Getaway to Garnet Hill Lodge

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With the holidays in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to start planning your next Upstate New York getaway to peaceful Garnet Hill Lodge in the breathtaking Adirondack Mountains. Garnet Hill Lodge is surrounded by lush forestry, beautiful mountains, and serene backcountry lakes, making us a premier four-season vacation hub. Whether you’re hoping to escape the daily grind with a relaxing getaway or searching for a seemingly endless array of outdoor adventures, you’ll find what you’re…

Tranquil Winter Hiking in the Adirondacks

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Our tranquil four-season lodge rests in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, home to some of the best winter hikes in Upstate New York. At Garnet Hill Lodge, we enjoy getting out there no matter what the season.  Winter hiking in the Adirondacks is a peaceful, challenging, and ultimately rewarding experience. Several multi-mile hiking trails can be accessed from Garnet Hill Lodge’s backyard, including the spectacular Balm of Gilead. After a memorable afternoon in the…

Kicking off the Holiday Week

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It’s the start of the holiday week at Garnet Hill, and we’re kicking it off with a bang.  Here’s what’s going on at Garnet Hill this weekend (12/21/18 – 12/23/18): Friday Happy Hour Friday @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Join us at the Log House Pub for happy hour every Friday from 4pm to 7pm.    $3 wine and $3 draft beer.  10 for $10 wings and a complimentary selection of cheese crackers and nuts.  The last…

Winter Weekend Tours

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Winter Weekend Tours These fun and informative outings are a great way to learn some local history and discover new trails and ways to take advantage of them.  Tours are led by our  guides.    SNOWSHOE TOURS | Cost: Free for guests / $10 for non-guests | Snowshoe rental – $10 Saturdays 1 pm: Snowshoe Tour Balm of Gilead Mountain—2 hours—Intermediate Meets at the Outdoor Center.   Sundays  at 10 am: Snowshoe Tour Hooper Mine—90…

What a snow storm!

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This storm was sweet but came with some challenges. A snow plow got stuck in the parking lot, power lines went down, and trees ended up on the trails and across roads.  But Garnet Hill has never been afraid of a little snow.  We remained open for business during the power outage thanks to our generators up at the lodge and a positive attitude and determination from the staff both at the Lodge and down…