Naturalist Hikes & Paddles

Join our Summer Naturalists for a 2-hour interpretive walk or paddle! All walks start from the Adirondak Loj by the Kiosk at Heart Lake at 10:00 a.m. daily. The topic for the walk will depend on the guide. Please call our Front Desk at 518-523-3441 to find out the walk of the day!

Naturalist Programs

Discover The Hidden Treasures of Trees

Come learn about the many different values that trees share with us and our ecosystem with Dragonfly Danielle.

An Aquatic Examination of the Adirondack Archives *Paddling Program*

Take a serene paddle along Heart Lake with Hammock Harrison as we explore the role of our most important resource throughout the park's history. *Closed toe shoes required*

Tiny but Mighty: An Exploration of Mosses

Join Algae America for a walk filled with wonder and excitement as we dive into the complex world of our favorite forest carpet: moss.

Finding your Niche: Different Ways to Connect with Nature

Come along with Vireo Victoria on a journey to discover how YOU can best explore nature, whether High Peaks Hiking, forest bathing, or so much more!

Come Prepared

Remember to pack snacks and water. Closed-toed shoes are required for paddles and highly encouraged for walks.