James A. Latour Picnic & Recreation Area

Come for the fishing, birding, or picnicking, but stay for the scenic beauty. The James A. Latour Picnic & Recreation Area is located just outside of town next to the Lake Colby Beach, and is perfect for relaxing during a lunch break or for a few hours in the evening.

The park

There are picnic tables, and there is shoreline access for fishing. This is also a great place to watch the sunset.

How to get there

From downtown Saranac Lake, drive north on Route 86 toward Paul Smiths. The park is just outside of town, across the street from the Adirondack Medical Center.

James A. Latour Picnic & Recreation Area

  • Route 86
    Saranac Lake, NY 12983
The sign for James A. Latour ParkPeople fishing at Latour ParkThe wooden sign for Latour Park

Come for the fishing, birding, or picnicking, but stay for the scenic beauty. The James A. Latour Picnic & Recreation Area is located just outside of town next to the Lake Colby Beach, and is perfect for relaxing during a lunch break or for a few hours in the evening.

The park

There are picnic tables, and there is shoreline access for fishing. This is also a great place to watch the sunset.

How to get there

From downtown Saranac Lake, drive north on Route 86 toward Paul Smiths. The park is just outside of town, across the street from the Adirondack Medical Center.