Solar eclipse 2024

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will drape the Adirondack mountains and upstate New York in darkness! This rare event is an astrophotographer's paradise, and travel-lovers will find that the Adirondacks are an exceptional place to view the eclipse. The Adirondack Hub, in particular, is easy to get to for travelers coming from afar, and is an out-of-this-world basecamp for viewing the eclipse, attending eclipse-themed events, and recreating in the region. The fact that the Adirondacks will experience one is a big deal. If you want to view another total solar eclipse in the Adirondacks, you'll have to wait another 375 years. 

The best places to watch

All around the region, there are local businesses and communities hosting watch parties and events in outdoor spaces. Grab your solar eclipse viewing glasses, and find the spot that suits your interest!

• Newcomb Information Center - There will be a viewing party with food and live music at the Information Center, perched on a hill with the High Peaks in the distance. 
• The Lodge at Schroon Lake - Community watch party on the resort's property. 
• Frontier Town Gateway - Large parking and viewing area right off Exit 29 of the Northway! The inside will be open for restrooms and food.
• Paradox Brewery - Celebrate the Eclipse at the brewery! 

Check out the map and FAQ sections below for more information on the event and viewing locations.

Cell phone usage

The period of totality and for some time afterward will be the peak load for cell towers, as people send and post their eclipse videos and photos.

How to be prepared:

• Bring a printed map or a screenshot of your directions.
• Plan on where to meet friends and family after the eclipse, in case you get separated.
• Keep your phone charged.

Drone usage

In the Adirondack Park, it is legal to launch a drone anywhere the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) allows, except on specific state lands, and for private use only.

• Drones are motorized equipment and the operation of drones on lands classified as Wilderness, Primitive, or Canoe is absolutely prohibited.
• Commercial drone usage on state Wild Forest lands and over the Adirondack Rail Trail require a permit.
• For more info on the land classification of your viewing site, please visit the DEC website.

For safety reasons, we strongly suggest that you enjoy the eclipse with your eyes, telescopes, and binoculars, with proper protective gear, and leave the drone at home. On April 8, the skies will already be much busier with public and private aircraft.

Eclipse updates

If you're curious about what communities close-by are doing for the eclipse, check out Eclipse ADK 2024 for more information. Answers to common questions like where to pick up eclipse glasses, or how to plan for the event can be found in our FAQ section below.

Still have questions? Call our helpline at: (518) 621-3682. The helpline will be open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Friday through Monday.