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Adirondack park escapes from $129 a night

Enjoy a stay at a top-rated resort near Lake George and Lake Placid

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The deal
Encompassing a vast wooded region in northern New York State, the Adirondack Mountains are a paradise for outdoor adventurers with more than 2,000 miles of hiking trails, picturesque lakes, and stunning mountain vistas. Head here during the fall season, after the summer crowds and mosquitoes disperse, and enjoy off-season rates as low as $129/night!

Lake George: Exclusive rates from $129/night
Renowned for its stunning natural scenery and important historical sites, 32-mile-long Lake George is one of most popular destinations in the heart of the New York State’s scenic Adirondacks.

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Nestled on its own private island, The Sagamore Resort offers a wide range of waterfront activities that include scenic cruises, kayak rentals and chartered fishing excursions. Visit during fall for crisper temperatures and colorful foliage and take advantage of the special low rates available only to ShermansTravel.com readers. 

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From now through October 31, you’ll pay just $159/night for the resort’s lodge-style guestrooms or $199 for stays in the main hotel. During the month of November, rates start as low as $129/night for stays in the lodge and $179/night for hotel guestrooms.

This exclusive deal amounts to up to $100 in savings and all prices include daily breakfast for two. Visit www.thesagamore.com or call 1-800-358-3585 and mention ShermansTravel.

Lake Placid: Three-night fall stay for $400
The area around Lake Placid is a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with miles of thrilling rapids and crystal clear ponds, and many spectacular nature trails. At the High Peaks Resort on Mirror Lake, guests enjoy stunning lake-view accommodations just a few minutes away from scenic Whiteface Mountain.

Ride the gondola to the 3,676-foot-high summit for a stunning glimpse of the surrounding peaks, or head to the nearby Emerald Springs Ranch for an exciting horseback ride through picturesque woodlands. This fall, visitors can take a few extra days to explore the surrounding high peaks with a special package honoring New York State’s 400th Anniversary. A 3-night stay costs just $400 from now through November 25.

The dollars
Based on double occupancy. Taxes and fees are additional.

The catch
Canoe paddles not included.

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