Start your Adirondack journey here
New to hiking or visiting the Adirondacks for the first time? This is the perfect place to begin. Whether it’s your first time on the trail or your first visit to the Adirondacks, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Discover easy, rewarding hikes and build the confidence to explore nature at your own pace.
The Adirondack Park thrives when we all do our part. These seven core principles guide every responsible adventurer — simple actions that protect nature’s balance.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about staying, camping, and preparing for your Adirondack adventure.
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Campground guests are welcome to sign up for any meals at the Adirondak Loj for an additional cost. Guests can sign up for meals starting two weeks from their date of arrival and until 7 p.m. the day prior. For dinner guests can sign up starting two weeks before their date of arrival and until 9pm the day prior. To sign up or inquire about meals with the Loj, please contact the Front Office at 518-523-3441 or [email protected].
Yes, we strongly recommend booking in advance, especially during peak hiking seasons and summer weekends.
Our reservations open 365 days in advance! You can book your stay starting exactly one year from your date of arrival.
All guests are welcome to sign up for dinner and trail lunches for an additional cost. Dinner sign ups can be done starting two weeks before your date of arrival and until 9 p.m. the day prior. To sign up or inquire about dinner, please contact the Front Office at 518-523-3441 or [email protected].
Swimming at Heart Lake is reserved for Adirondak Loj and Wilderness Campground guests. All swimmers must sign in and out with the Front Office. All swimmers under 16 must have an adult (21+) on the waterfront with them at all times. For more about swimming, please contact the Front Office at 518-523-3441 or [email protected].
Check in starts any time after 2 p.m. For Loj guests, check out is at 10 a.m. and for Campground guests, check out is at 11 a.m. For questions about early check in or late check out, please contact the Front Office at 518-523-3441 or [email protected]
You get access to endless opportunities for fun social and recreational activities, discounts, achievement of personal recreational goals, fulfilling volunteer work, protecting New York State’s wilderness, and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards.
We offer annual and lifetime membership pricing options:
- Adult, 12 Months: $50
- Family, 12 Months: $70, includes 2 people over 18 in the same household and any children under 18
- Senior (65+), 12 Months: $45
- Young Adult Membership …. coming soon
Chapters are a way for you to stay connected to a local group of members. ADK is organized into 24 chapters across New York and New Jersey. Each chapter is operated by a team of committed volunteers. Most chapters offer programming and activities.
You can join any chapter in the ADK, regardless of where you live. Typically a member chooses a chapter that is geographically closest to his or her home. No matter what chapter you join, you can always participate in any chapter’s activities. It is also not necessary to join a chapter.
Email [email protected] or call 518-668-4447 ext. 214 and leave a message for us. We’ll get back to you shortly.
Log into your profile on ADK.org to update your contact information, email preferences, chapter affiliation, and more.
The easiest way to do this is give us a call. If you are sending in your renewal notice, you may also make the change there and we will update your record.
Yes, ADK membership dues are fully deductible.
You should receive your ADK membership information in 2–3 weeks. If you need a membership card before then, contact us for a temporary card. If you ever need a replacement card, contact our Membership Department. There is no charge for replacement membership cards.