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Old Forge Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

human settlement in New York, United States of America

About Old Forge

Old Forge is a formerly-incorporated village in the southwestern corner ofAdirondack Park, serving as point of entry to the park from a large area ofCentral New York. An Adirondack ski resort known for its lake-effect snow, the tiny village holds one of the records for the lowest winter temperatures in New York, at -52 °F (-46 °C) on February 17, 1979.

Top Attractions in Old Forge

Explore the best things to see and do in Old Forge:

  • Enchanted Forest Water Safari
  • Experience Old Forge
  • Goodsell Museum
  • McCauley Mountain Ski Area

Where to Eat in Old Forge

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Adirondack Dog House
  • 🍴Adirondack Pizzeria
  • 🍴Benny's Ice Cream
  • 🍴Billy's
  • 🍴Daikers
  • 🍴Frankie's Taste of Italy

Where to Stay in Old Forge

  • 🏨Blue Spruce Motel
  • 🏨Christy's Motel
  • 🏨Clarks Beach Motel
  • 🏨Country Club Motel
  • 🏨North Woods Inn & Resort
  • 🏨The Fulton House

Old Forge Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including:

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