Kim’s guidebook - Black Bear Lodge

Kim
Kim’s guidebook - Black Bear Lodge

Food scene

This is one of our favorite restaurants with great food and atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit. Less than 15 minutes from our place
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The Hungry Trout Resort
5239 NY-86 Scenic
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This is one of our favorite restaurants with great food and atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit. Less than 15 minutes from our place
By far the best barbecue in the area and would rival some of our favorites from anywhere. Plan ahead because the restaurant often has a waitlist.
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Smoke Signals
2489 Main St
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By far the best barbecue in the area and would rival some of our favorites from anywhere. Plan ahead because the restaurant often has a waitlist.
Amazing breakfast place with delicious pies, only 10 minutes away.
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Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe
8 Artos Way
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Amazing breakfast place with delicious pies, only 10 minutes away.
Great pub foods and beers. Well known for their Ubu Ale, which has been brewed there for 25 years. They have seasonal selections and also collaborations with other breweries.
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Lake Placid Pub & Brewery
813 Mirror Lake Dr
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Great pub foods and beers. Well known for their Ubu Ale, which has been brewed there for 25 years. They have seasonal selections and also collaborations with other breweries.
One of our favorites right in Lake Placid, across from Mirror Lake. Great dining, service, and drinks. They have indoor and outdoor seating year round.
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The Great Adirondack Brewing Co. and Great Adirondack Steak and Seafood Co.
2442 Main St
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One of our favorites right in Lake Placid, across from Mirror Lake. Great dining, service, and drinks. They have indoor and outdoor seating year round.
We visited Big Slide a number of times when we come up to Lake Placid. It is located just outside of town near the ski jumps. They have a great selection of beers, but also cocktails and wine, along with food.
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Big Slide Brewery & Public House
5686 Cascade Rd
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We visited Big Slide a number of times when we come up to Lake Placid. It is located just outside of town near the ski jumps. They have a great selection of beers, but also cocktails and wine, along with food.
Located a few minutes from the cabin, they have pasta, deserts, and pizza.
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Fratelli Pizza Restaurant & Bar II
5762 New York 86
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Located a few minutes from the cabin, they have pasta, deserts, and pizza.
In Au Sable Forks, Lance's Place Pizza Kitchen, (518) 647-2222, is a great choice for pizza & wings, among other menu items.
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Mad River Pizza
14224 Main St
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In Au Sable Forks, Lance's Place Pizza Kitchen, (518) 647-2222, is a great choice for pizza & wings, among other menu items.
Located very close to the cabin by simply making a right on Rt 86, located after the 1st stop sign on the right. Plenty of food and drink options.
The Penfield Pour House
1665 Penfield Rd
Located very close to the cabin by simply making a right on Rt 86, located after the 1st stop sign on the right. Plenty of food and drink options.

Sightseeing

A great visit any time of the year. Great for hiking, views, and more
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Ausable Chasm
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A great visit any time of the year. Great for hiking, views, and more
Great views at the top of the mountain, or go to the other side for some magnificent skiing. Slopes for all experience levels. With 90 trails stretching over 3 peaks, this is the best ski resort in the Adirondacks. Great views of the surrounding area during all seasons. Ride the Cloudsplitter Gondola to take in views. During the summer, you'll see wildflowers growing on the mountain. https://whiteface.com/
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Whiteface Mountain
Whiteface Memorial Highway
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Great views at the top of the mountain, or go to the other side for some magnificent skiing. Slopes for all experience levels. With 90 trails stretching over 3 peaks, this is the best ski resort in the Adirondacks. Great views of the surrounding area during all seasons. Ride the Cloudsplitter Gondola to take in views. During the summer, you'll see wildflowers growing on the mountain. https://whiteface.com/
The Jay Covered Bridge is the only covered bridge in Essex county. It's worth a visit as it is only a few minutes from our cabin. Can stop there on the way to the Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe for breakfast
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Jay Covered Bridge
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The Jay Covered Bridge is the only covered bridge in Essex county. It's worth a visit as it is only a few minutes from our cabin. Can stop there on the way to the Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe for breakfast
The most obvious place to visit during your stay (even if you have been before) is Lake Placid, about 30 minutes away.
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Lake Placid
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The most obvious place to visit during your stay (even if you have been before) is Lake Placid, about 30 minutes away.
The world famous Ausable River runs through the Acres, and it is known for amazing fly fishing. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood.
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Ausable River
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The world famous Ausable River runs through the Acres, and it is known for amazing fly fishing. Quiet and peaceful neighborhood.
Lake Eaton is only a 5 minute walk away from our cabin
Lake Eaton
Lake Eaton is only a 5 minute walk away from our cabin
Great views of the surrounding area from the top, zip lining in the spring/summer months.
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Lake Placid Olympic Ski Jumping Complex
5486 Cascade Rd
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Great views of the surrounding area from the top, zip lining in the spring/summer months.
Great place for cross country skiing and other activities, the bobsled ride is a fun activity
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Mt. Van Hoevenberg Cross Country & Biathlon Center
220 Bobsled Run Ln
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Great place for cross country skiing and other activities, the bobsled ride is a fun activity
Championship public golf course with amazing views. A 45 hole course right in the Adirondacks. Well worth a visit
Lake Placid Club
88 Morningside Dr
Championship public golf course with amazing views. A 45 hole course right in the Adirondacks. Well worth a visit

Neighborhoods

Jay (on NY-9N) sits on the south of the West Branch of the Ausable River, bordering Au Sable Forks has much to offer for sights and relaxation. Well known for its covered bridge, built in 1857. In the town of Au Sable Forks, there is a grocery store, shops, and other activities.
Jay
Jay (on NY-9N) sits on the south of the West Branch of the Ausable River, bordering Au Sable Forks has much to offer for sights and relaxation. Well known for its covered bridge, built in 1857. In the town of Au Sable Forks, there is a grocery store, shops, and other activities.
Lots of close great restaurants and sights are located in Wilmington, most notably is Whiteface Mountain and the AuSable River. There are many restaurants, including The Hungry Trout, Pourman's Taphouse, and Fratelli Pizza Restaurant. The North Pole Wine & Spirits Shop is around the corner for wines and craft beers.
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Wilmington
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Lots of close great restaurants and sights are located in Wilmington, most notably is Whiteface Mountain and the AuSable River. There are many restaurants, including The Hungry Trout, Pourman's Taphouse, and Fratelli Pizza Restaurant. The North Pole Wine & Spirits Shop is around the corner for wines and craft beers.
There are trails within our community that can be used for hiking made from herd paths and old logging roads. If going on the trails, please remain on marked areas and preferably use a GPS or compass. Cell phone service can be spotty in the area.
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There are trails within our community that can be used for hiking made from herd paths and old logging roads. If going on the trails, please remain on marked areas and preferably use a GPS or compass. Cell phone service can be spotty in the area.

City/town information

Keene is about 15 minutes from the cabin with shops and restaurants. A couple of our favorite shops are Dartbrook Rustic Goods and Owls Head Rustics, which have Adirondack themed furniture, art and gifts. The Forty Six Restaurant (open for dinner) and Noon Mark Diner is down the road in Keene Valley.
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Keene
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Keene is about 15 minutes from the cabin with shops and restaurants. A couple of our favorite shops are Dartbrook Rustic Goods and Owls Head Rustics, which have Adirondack themed furniture, art and gifts. The Forty Six Restaurant (open for dinner) and Noon Mark Diner is down the road in Keene Valley.
Home of the 1932 and 1980 Olympics, there are plenty of activities year round. The Olympic sites are a major attraction, but there is so much more to offer. From golf, skiing, and snowmobiling, to dining, breweries, and shopping. Grocery shopping can be done at either Price Chopper, or Hanafords. You'll find much of what you may need in town, including bike and ski rentals.
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Lake Placid
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Home of the 1932 and 1980 Olympics, there are plenty of activities year round. The Olympic sites are a major attraction, but there is so much more to offer. From golf, skiing, and snowmobiling, to dining, breweries, and shopping. Grocery shopping can be done at either Price Chopper, or Hanafords. You'll find much of what you may need in town, including bike and ski rentals.

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Cabin prepared for your kids

There is a pack and play kept for kids, along with kids games, and reading material. Our family has young kids and we have supplied various items just for the enjoyment of children.
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There is Uber/Lyft in the area

Ride sharing is available in the area. Service has been limited, but there are drivers that are accepting rides daily. Most sights and activities are within 15 minutes, but having the option of someone driving you is great.
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Going hiking during the winter?

Make sure that you pack the proper winter gear, i.e. snow shoes/boots, snow pants, hats and gloves. Most importantly, remember to sign in and out when going onto hiking trails. There are also trails within our development that. We are members of the AAPOA association, so please feel free to use the trails.
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Dog Sledding

There are two dog sled operators in Lake Placid. We highly recommend calling for availability as soon as possible. Mike Arnold Dog Sled Rides - (518) 323-7622 Thunder Mountain Dog Sled Tours - (518) 891-6239 A third option is Call of the Wild in South Colton, NY which is about 90 minutes away (315) 262-2145
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Firewood

There are a few places to get firewood near the cabin: The Mobil gas station on rt 86 Stewart's ships in Au Sable Forks.