{"id":55818,"date":"2017-02-03T15:07:48","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T19:07:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/?p=55818"},"modified":"2025-09-02T02:59:22","modified_gmt":"2025-09-02T06:59:22","slug":"saranac-lake-the-fresh-air-cure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/offmetro.com\/ny\/55818\/saranac-lake-the-fresh-air-cure\/","title":{"rendered":"Saranac Lake: The Fresh Air Cure In The Adirondacks’ Coolest Place"},"content":{"rendered":"

Saranac Lake is located in the Adirondack Park, just west of Lake Placid<\/a>, with a vibe parallel to that of Woodstock<\/a>, NY: think history-meets art-meets-outdoor adventure. Widely known as the first place to treat tuberculosis, Saranac Lake is filled with what are known as \u201ccure cottages.\u201d These homes were originally why city folk came to Saranac Lake. The fresh air of the Adirondack region improved the health of those that had fallen ill, and in turn the construction of cure cottages filled the Saranac Lake area.<\/p>\n

Saranac Lake is a special place, and you\u2019ll notice this within five minutes of walking down Main Street. If you\u2019re a native, you can\u2019t walk down the street without seeing someone you know. Even if you\u2019re only visiting, you\u2019ll be greeted as if you\u2019re a local. This is a close-knit community that pulls for each other. Every local business roots for the rest, and all of the residents come together for the love of their hometown, even if that means volunteering on a weekend to stack massive ice blocks to build an ice palace for the upcoming Winter Carnival.<\/p>\n

The annual Saranac Lake Winter Carnival<\/a>, which takes place January 31 to February 11 is reason alone to plan a trip. Witness the creation of an ice palace, enjoy live music and\u00a0 try your hand at everything from ice skating to curling to a fry pan toss.<\/p>\n

Get Outdoors<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Try your hand at something you might not have access to easily in the city, and head over to Dewey Mountain<\/a>, a snowshoe and cross country ski destination with 13 km of ski trails and 4 km of snowshoe trails. It\u2019s a small but friendly mountain, perfect for all ages and experience levels, with low priced rentals and a day pass for only $5. If your mood calls for more of a Zen setting, reserve a spot at Earthshine Yoga for the Round Robin class on Sunday morning.<\/p>\n

Stay<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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If a little character is important to you in a lodging choice, The Porcupine Inn is exactly what you need. This luxurious bed and breakfast situated in the historic Highland Park neighborhood is a little slice of magic. Poet Thomas Bailey Aldrich had this home built for his son, Charles, who had fallen ill with tuberculosis. If you\u2019re lucky, you\u2019ll stay in Charles\u2019 room with the \u201ccure porch\u201d that he slept in to let the fresh air work its wonders.<\/p>\n

Insider Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Eats+Drinks<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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For a little Adirondack town, there are quite a few options, all of which are quite fantastic. Blue Moon Cafe<\/a>, a popular gathering spot for locals, will satisfy your afternoon cravings with savory sandwiches, hearty salads, and even a late breakfast menu. A newcomer to the neighborhood, Bitters & Bones<\/a> offers a fresh take on Adirondack cuisine with menu items that include vegan and vegetarian options, and cocktails that are just as well crafted as the rustic interior. Grab a late brunch at Left Bank Cafe<\/a>, with a French inspired menu including tartines<\/em> and crepes. Don\u2019t forget to stop at the Left Bank Cafe Patisserie next door to grab a coffee and fresh croissant for the road.<\/p>\n

Take the Trailways Bus from NYC<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Catch an Adirondack Trailways<\/a> bus to Saranac Lake from Port Authority and you\u2019ll be there in 8 hours.<\/p>\n

For more information on the Adirondacks, visit saranaclake.com<\/a> and\u00a0www.lakeplacid.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Photo credits: The author, Blue Moon Cafe and\u00a0Regional Office of Sustainable Tourism<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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