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The great outdoors, small-town Adirondack style

Surrounded by the Adirondack Hub’s wild beauty, Newcomb is a gateway to wilderness and adventure. With mountains, lakes, forests, and the Hudson River at its doorstep, it’s a year-round destination for paddling, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. Visitors can explore the historic Santanoni Preserve, wander trails at the Adirondack Interpretive Center, or climb Goodnow Mountain for panoramic views from its fire tower. With a rich past shaped by logging, mining, and the legacy of Tahawus, stories preserved at the Newcomb Museum, this small town blends heritage with endless outdoor experiences.

A town sign for Newcomb, New York. A mountain range at sunset over a river. A group of snowmobilers in Newcomb.An aerial view of the Santanoni Preserve in Newcomb.

Things to do in Newcomb

  • Camp Santanoni Historic Area – Explore one of the Adirondacks’ Great Camps, open for year-round recreation and events.

  • Upper Works Trailhead – The southern gateway to the High Peaks Wilderness, with access to iconic Adirondack hikes.

  • Paddling Adventures – Newcomb is a paddler’s paradise, with serene waterways like Henderson Lake and the wild Opalescent River to explore by canoe or kayak.

  • Teddy Roosevelt Weekend – Learn about Roosevelt’s famous “midnight ride” from Newcomb, and celebrate his legacy each fall at a community event filled with history and activities.

  • Essex Chain Lakes Complex – A wild playground for paddling, hiking, biking, hunting, and fishing.

  • The Seeley Exhibit Hall – Discover rotating exhibits that showcase the natural and cultural history of the Adirondacks, including the region's rich forestry, mining, and community heritage.

  • Newcomb Historical Museum – Step back in time through exhibits and artifacts that preserve and share the stories of Newcomb's people, industries, and unique Adirondack history.

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Where trailheads, lakes, and historic sites sit near cozy stays, creative eateries, craft breweries, and local shops.

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