Yesterday I decided to tag along on an Adirondack excursion up Whiteface Mountain with my friend and some of her visiting family. I hadn't been to the top of Little Whiteface in the gondola during the summer in a long time. It's quite a different experience than skiing in the winter months. I'd forgotten how nice it is to hang out at the top with lunch and a pile o' kids! Watch the video for a look at the fun time we had. Also go to our website for more information about the Whiteface Mountain gondola ride.

Following our trip up Whiteface, we were invited to a special private swimming hole that's just spectacular. There are numerous such swimming holes in the region, easy to find and all with crystal clear mountain waters.

Secret swim hole
Secret swimming hole

Check out some recommended spots on our swimming page. You can also find many places along marked hiking trails all over the Adirondacks. Many hiking trails run alongside streambeds where swimming, or at least wading, is easy and a welcome refreshment during a long, hot hike in the summer.