The Adirondack Park was created by the state of New York in 1892 to protect the area’s natural resources. It encompasses about 6 million acres of public and privately-owned land, including the magnificent Adirondack Mountains and scores of lakes, ponds, rivers and streams.

Unlike national and state parks, there is no gate, fee to enter or operating hours for public areas in the Adirondack Park. However, for popular hiking destinations, parking reservations are required during the busy summer months.

The publicly owned land within the Park’s boundaries — the Forest Preserve, Conservation Easements and Wildlife Management Areas — is managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC). Regional developments proposed for private land in the Adirondack Park are reviewed by the Adirondack Park Agency (APA).

When visiting the Camp Santanoni Historic Area or any other public area of the Adirondack Park, be mindful of your environment. These public areas are free to visit and enjoy, but do so respectfully. Stay on marked trails and follow Leave No Trace principles to keep your park beautiful and “Forever Wild.”

For more information, visit the Department of Conservation’s website.