Adirondack Park
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 11 at 4:35AM EST until February 12 at 8:00AM EST by NWS Binghamton NY
* WHAT...Lake effect snow. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. * WHERE...Cortland, Madison, Northern Oneida, Onondaga, Southern Cayuga, Southern Oneida, and Tompkins Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday and Thursday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heaviest snow showers will be this afternoon and tonight.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 11 at 3:01AM EST until February 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches. * WHERE...The southern Adirondacks and western Mohawk Valley in New York, and the southern Greens in Vermont. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...After a brief lull in precipitation overnight, snow showers are expected to develop over the high terrain and west/northwest facing slopes this morning, continuing through today before tapering off tonight.
Winter Weather Advisory issued February 11 at 12:50AM EST until February 12 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation. Total ice accumulations of a light glaze. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches across the Tug Hill plateau, with lesser amounts of 2 to 5 inches across lower elevations. * WHERE...The Eastern Lake Ontario Region. * WHEN...Until 1 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...There will be a short window for freezing drizzle. The bulk of the accumulating snow will occur Wednesday through Wednesday night.
Overview
Adirondack Park is open year-round with no entrance gates or fees. At 6 million acres, it's the largest protected area in the contiguous U.S., combining public Forest Preserve and private lands. Current conditions (as of late October 2025) show average to below-average water levels, with temperatures in the mid-40s at base elevations and upper-20s at night. High-elevation summits are experiencing winter-like conditions with ice, frost, and snow accumulations - hikers should pack the 10 Winter Hiking Essentials and crampons. Post-peak foliage has left trails slippery with fallen leaves hiding rocks and roots. Important to note: Avalanche Pass trail remains closed due to a recent slide. Bear canisters are required in the Eastern High Peaks Wilderness from April 1-November 30 for overnight users. Sunset is currently before 6 PM (5:54 PM), so headlamps are essential. The Adirondack Mountain Reserve (AMR) requires reservations from May 1-October 31 for parking and trailhead access. Parking fills early at popular trailheads - arrive early with backup plans. Trails can be rugged and conditions change rapidly; proper preparation and the hiking essentials are critical.
Top Campgrounds
- Alger Island
- Ausable Point Campground
- Brown Tract Pond Campground
- Buck Pond Campground
- Caroga Lake Campground
- Cranberry Lake Campground
- Eighth Lake Campground
- Forked Lake Campground
- Frontier Town Campground
- Golden Beach Campground
- Hearthstone Point
- Indian Lake Islands Campground
- Lake Durant
- Lake Eaton Campground
- Lake George Battleground
- Lake Harris Campground
- Lewey Lake
- Limekiln Lake
- Long Island
- Luzerne
- Meacham Lake Campground
- Meadowbrook Public Campground
- Northampton Beach Campground
- Paradox Lake Campground
- Rollins Pond Campground
- Sharp Bridge
- Taylor Pond Campground
- Wilmington Notch
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