- The list below includes 33 free or cheap things to do in or near Saranac Lake, New York, including 59 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Bowling, Breweries and History Museums.
- From Saranac Lake to St. Regis Canoe Outfitters, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Saranac Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lake Placid and Wilmington.
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15.6 Miles
95%
108 votes
977 Springfield Road, Wilmington, NY 12997
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Located on 50-acres about a mile downstream from Whiteface Mountain is the Adirondack Wildlife Refuge. Home to many animals, native to the area, the site features a walking trail, raptor sanctuary, wolves and bear habitats.
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Two-time site of the Winter Olympics and countless World Cup Ski events, Whiteface Mountain is a mecca for winter sports lovers. Featuring the highest vertical drop east of the Rockies and numerous beginner areas, this mountain is waiting for you.
15.6 Miles
In the shadow of the Adirondack Mountains, Wilmington Town Beach, is a place for families to gather and share a day near the water. The park features a boat launch, kayaking, sandy beaches, swimming and picnic facilities.
33.7 Miles
Even though it is a small two screen cinema, the Oldham Theater is one of the oldest movie theaters in the area. It normally shows popular first-run Hollywood films with one being shown in the downstairs theater while the other is presented upstairs.
39.3 Miles
Baggs' Landing is a rental company that offers kayak, stand up paddle board, and sit on top board rentals on Lake Champlain. The company also has barbecue grills, a volleyball court, horseshoes, and a swimming area.
39.9 Miles
Located along a bluff in Ferrisburgh, the Button Bay State Park is composed of 253 acres. Camping is one of the most popular activities, but boating, fishing, and sailing are also conducted in the warmer months.
41.2 Miles
Country Dreams Farm is a working farm that offers visitors a glimpse of 19th century life complete with period costumes. Open daily throughout the summer for groups of all sizes, the farm also offers winter sleigh rides by reservation.
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4709 Route 9, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
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An educational museum, Imaginarium Children's Museum of the North Country offers a variety of activities and programs for children. Among their attractions are a climbing wall, a puppet show, a dinosaur dig area, and a S.T.E.M. lab.
41.2 Miles
Ameri-can North Sports Center is an ice skating center that hosts birthday parties, hockey camps, and hockey leagues. The facility also hosts hockey camps for children that are taught by coach Greg Carter.
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98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh, NY 12903
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The Clinton County Historical Museum hosts an expansive collection of historical memorabilia. A variety of demonstrations depict war settings and images of the past. Two floors are dedicated to the exhibits and six galleries are also on display.