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Stick season in Saranac Lake is a time of crisp air, cozy gatherings, and quiet outdoor beauty as fall fades into winter. With fewer crowds, this season offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Whether you’re hitting the trails or enjoying early holiday festivities downtown, Saranac Lake promises unique experiences at every turn. Downtown is brimming with one-of-a-kind shops, chef-run eateries, and engaging art galleries and studios, making it a perfect place to unwind as the seasons change.

Discover Saranac Lake’s intriguing history with a visit to the Saranac Laboratory Museum, where you’ll learn about the village’s past as a tuberculosis cure center. Afterward, enjoy a picture-perfect stroll downtown with a self-guided walking tour of historic sites that tell the story of our community.

Planning a late-fall hike or a bike ride before the snow sets in? Trails around Saranac Lake weave effortlessly through town, inviting you into the heart of the Adirondacks right from your doorstep. As the day winds down, cozy up in our local restaurants and breweries, where fall comfort foods and seasonal craft brews await. Downtown Saranac Lake is where the woods meet the pavement, offering scenic parks, murals, and the relaxing river walk—all with views of snow-dusted mountains on the horizon.