Inlet, New York is the perfect base for exploring this corner of Adirondack Park.
The small town sits perched on the northeastern edge ofFourth Lake.
It’s just 15 minutes fromOld Forge, a larger hamlet that overshadows Inlet thanks to its famous waterpark.
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And when I say Inlet is small, I mean teeny-tiny.
A welcome sign deems Inlet as a place where mountains and memories meet.
While it is a year-round destination, summer is when it really shines.
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Plus, there’s thesummer lakeside symphonyfeaturing the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra.
Another favorite isCamp Cedar Spring, located just a few miles south of downtown Inlet.
Both accommodations offer the use of on-site canoes and kayaks for a jaunt on the lake.
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Its a local favorite for sunrise and sunset views.
Birding enthusiasts will enjoy the .3-mileFerds Bog trailoff of Uncas Road.
The filling is so popular that they sell cups of just the cream.
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Tony Harpers Pizza & Clam Shackand theScreamen Eaglesling pizzas and wings, and have fun outdoor bar scenes.
Though, the latter has more of a local pub feel.
(Their taco trio washed down with a margarita is easily my new go-to.)
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For general provisions, theres one grocery store in town Kalils Grocery.
It is the furthest thing from a chain grocer and thats what makes it so charming.
That, and the swoon-worthy pies.
(Pro-tip: try the “fruits of the forest” pie.)
