Adirondack Fun All Year Long

If you are looking for a ski getaway in the Adirondacks that features some of the best cross country skiing in the area, head to Lapland Lake. The resort is off the beaten path and features scenic views of the beautiful mountain surrounds. The center has been in operation for more than 30 years and used to be run by an Olympic cross country ski champion. The lodge is located on hundreds of acres that are groomed and maintained. It is this mountain environment and cozy surroundings that make this place special.

If you visit in the winter you can spend a few days in the area or just spend the day. There are cabins or "tupas'' which are great for an overnight stay. The area boasts a great deal of natural snowfall, along with grooming equipment that makes for a perfect cross country experience. The trails are expertly designed and perfect for not just cross country but also ice skating, snowshoeing, sledding, and tubing. Special events are held throughout the ski season for those visiting the area.

The thing a lot of New York residents love about Lapland is the proximity of Lapland. It is a four hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Montreal. This means that half a day's drive will get you to a great ski destination and resort. Choosing to spend the night in Lapland is a choice you will not regret. Best of all if you need lessons, group lessons are offered for 50% off. After a day of skiing, you will need to rest and relax, so kick back and feel the calming warmth of the wood-fired sauna.

Winter is not the only popular season at this center. There is plenty of affordable fun all year long, and the cabins stay open through the four seasons. You can visit the breach, go biking, fishing, or canoeing, or hike along the many now-uncovered trails. If you rent a cabin during the summer months, the price includes use of the beach facilities which include paddleboats, canoes, and rowboats. There is 70 acres worth of space, as well as a beach that is great for swimming and sunbathing. Kids will love a trip to this "ski resort'' during the summer to lounge and play on the beach. Hiking exposes you to various types of forest, as well as wildlife and mountain streams.

There are ten cabins or "tupas'', and each is private with a full kitchen, coffee maker, toaster, refrigerator, and cooking equipment and dishes. Each has an outdoor grill, a living space, two, three, or four bedrooms, a bathroom, and a woodstove. Each is heated by electric and they are perfect for single guests, couples, and families.

Located on the property are Hirvonens, which are domestic reindeer. Kids will love a hike or bike ride near these beloved creatures they may not even be used to seeing in the wild. For a great time outdoors, no matter the season, plan a trip to the Lapland Lake Cross Country Ski Center. It offers plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature in the Adirondacks.