Saranac, New York, is the perfect fall getaway.
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Fall foliage season is officially upon us.
But it’s not just the leaves that make this such a special destination for autumn.
Autumn in Saranac Lake, New York where the village lies within the boundaries of the Adirondack Park.Credit:DenisTangneyJr/Getty Images
What to Do
Get out and hike:OK, fine, the foliage is the star.
The best way to see it is by lacing up your sneakers for a hike in the wilderness.
Need more of a challenge?
Try the nearbyMcKenzie Pondhike, a four-mile out-and-back hike with equally gorgeous views.
Best Time to Go
Saranac Lake hits its foliage peak season between late September to mid-October.
Places likeHotel Saranacoffer easy access to downtown and the nearby nature trails.
Don’t want to drive?
Just hop aboard theAmtrak trainfrom Penn Station to Westport andgrab a busfrom there.
