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Things To Do in Fall: Attractions & Activities In New York's Adirondacks, Catskills & More

Discover a wide variety of fall attractions and actitivies during what many consider to be the best time of the year to visit New York State. The area's colorfol fall foliage and crisp autumn air will invite you to explore throughout the Adirondacks, Catskills. Saratoga Springs and other areas of New York State. There are so many things to do and sites to see, it's no wonder that many people make this beautiful time of year an annual visit. Book your lodging ahead of time! 

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Wild Waters Outdoor Center - Whitewater Rafting
Warrensburg, NY
Located 10 minutes from Lake George, NY, we are the only whitewater rafting company that offers raft trips on both the Sacandaga and Hudson Rivers. Our personal and professional guides will provide your family/group with a truly memorable experience.
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Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course & Zipline Park
Bolton Landing, NY
TreeTop and Zipline Adventure Park the entire family can enjoy. Over 2 miles of outdoor adventure. Zip lines, aerial skateboard, wobbly bridges Tarzan swings. Bolton Landing NY Exit 24 North of Lake George Choose your adventure level. Ages 6+
the entrance walkway up to the Hyde House
The Hyde Collection
Glens Falls, NY
The Hyde is one of the Northeast's exceptional small art museums with distinguished collections of European and American art.
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Natural Stone Bridge and Caves
Pottersville, NY
Summer: Hike self-guided tour & explore LARGEST cave entrance in East, waterfalls, gorge, caves. Also guided adventure tours, gemstone mining, disc golf, climbing walls, dino dig, & extensive rock shop. Winter: snowshoe trails/tour.
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Ellms Family Farm
Ballston Spa, NY
For old-fashioned fall activities kids of all ages will love, visit Ellms Family Farm over in Ballston Spa, NY. Create new memories and family traditions as you enjoy pumpkin picking, exploring a corn maze, more!