Welcome to the Garnet Hill Outdoor Center
The Outdoor Center is a year round activity hub for wilderness adventure. The friendly and well informed staff will help you along with any of your outdoor adventures, be it paddling, hiking, mountain biking, back county or on piste skiing, snowshoeing and more. Above the retail and rental facility you’ll find the Bobcat Lounge, a perfect place to relax and have lunch or enjoy a glass of wine or beer and enjoy the true Apres ski experience. Check our website for any upcoming events, there’s always something fun happening here.
Winter
Cross country skiing, snowshoeing and fat biking. Winter is what Garnet Hill was founded for. Discover one of the region’s best Nordic sports centers. Look here for trail maps, rates, and programs.
Summer and Fall
Hiking, Biking and Paddling. With our boat launch, trail systems and access to the Siamese Ponds Wilderness Area, the Garnet Hill Outdoor Center offers a spectacular starting point for outdoor sports.
Spring
Book a fishing trip, join a workshop or take on the rapids of the Hudson River at the height of its power. Enjoy versatile sports on our trails as we transition from snowshoeing to mountain biking and hiking.
Current Conditions
The Outdoor Center is currently closed for the winter season. Trail use is now free until the start of our winter 2019-2020 season. Mountain bikes and maps are available from the front desk of the Log House until we reopen for the summer season on June 15.
Ride On! Weekend
May 19, 2019
Take part in this area-wide mountain bike event. Collect Tokens on Double Downs, discover new trails and enjoy lunch at the Outdoor Center.
Father’s Day Weekend Paddling Workshop
June 15 – June 16
What better way to spend Father’s Day than out on the water with your Dad! On Saturday, learn about paddling techniques as well as the different kinds of boats and equipment available for exploring Adirondack lakes and ponds. Then on Sunday, head out for a full-day trip at one of our guides’ favorite destinations.
Fly Fishing Workshop
May 25-May 26
Spend Memorial Day Weekend learning to fly fish with this fantastic workshop at Garnet Hill. Offered by the fishing experts at Adirondack Mountain and Stream.