A traditional way to experience the area

The history of Adirondack guides

Since 1807, travelers from around the world have enlisted the services of the Adirondacks' accomplished woodsmen and women. Early visitors to the area were intimidated by the vast Adirondack wilderness and quickly learned that the local guides knew where to catch fish, hunt game, build boats and shelters, and survive in the backcountry of the Adirondack Mountains. After the Civil War, visitors flocked to the area wanting the comfort and convenience the local hotels that had begun appearing offered, while still experiencing the Adirondack wilderness lifestyle. The unique talents of these Adirondack guide services, coupled with their local celebrity, are credited for elevating the Adirondacks to an international level.

Adirondack guides today

The guide tradition continues today. The area's skilled and knowledgeable Adirondack wilderness guides will help you explore the mountains surrounding Lake Placid, leaving you with memories to last a lifetime and stories to tell for generations. In addition to bringing a wealth of knowledge about the backcountry and local folklore, Adirondack guides are licensed and certified in first aid, CPR, and water safety.

Adirondack guided trips are available throughout the seasons for a variety of outdoor activities:

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History of the Adirondack Guide
Lake Placid
(518) 523-2445
  
Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters
541 Lake Flower Ave, Saranac Lake
(800) 491-0414
  
Gone Fishing Guide Service and Boat Tours
Paul Smiths
(518) 521-7410
  
Upstate Guide Service
(315) 283-8871
  
Hungry Trout Fly Shop
5239 NYS Route 86, Wilmington
(518) 946-2117
  
Guide ADK
Lake Clear
(585) 802-0671
  
Matt Burnett Guiding
24 Jenkins Street, Saranac Lake
(518) 524-6441
  
Adirondac Rafting Company - Whitewater Adventures
6440 NY 30, Indian Lake
(518) 523-1635
  
Wiley's Flies
1179 NYS Route 86, Ray Brook
(518) 891-1829
  
Bear Cub Adventure Tours
Lake Placid
(518) 523-4339
  
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Stillwaters Guide Service
4974 Cascade Road, Lake Placid
(518) 523-2280
  
Fly Fish the Adirondacks
P O Box 1147, Lake Placid
(518) 637-2124