Great Camp Santanoni Winter Weekend in March 2025

The Gatehouse at Great Camp Santanoni in winter.

Visit an Adirondack Great Camp in winter. In March 2025, Great Camp Santanoni will host its third winter weekend. Visitors can cross-country ski or snowshoe to the Gate Lodge and Main camp buildings during this time.

On March 15 and 16, outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs are invited to embark on a scenic adventure into the heart of Great Camp Santanoni. AARCH (Adirondack Architectural Heritage) volunteers will provide interpretive tours.

Visitors can ski or snowshoe through a winter wonderland leading to the enchanting Gate Lodge and the grand Main Lodge.

Immerse yourself in Adirondack winter history.

Cross-country skiing at Great Camp Santanoni.

During this unique experience, attendees can view engaging displays highlighting the rich history of the Great Camp and partake in informative tours guided by knowledgeable volunteers from Adirondack Architectural Heritage.

The historic buildings will be accessible for exploration from 10 am to 3 pm, offering a rare glimpse into the area's architectural beauty and cultural significance during the serene winter season.

The 10-mile round trip on gently rolling terrain promises breathtaking views as you pass the picturesque Santanoni Farm and meander through the untouched beauty of the Forest Preserve along a wide, historic road utterly free of vehicle traffic.

Don’t miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in Santanoni's tranquil charm and connect with its captivating past.

The Artist’s Studio, a stone building near the main camp on the shores of Newcomb Lake, will be open as a warming hut. Enjoy complimentary coffee, tea, or hot chocolate by the wood stove.

The Adirondack Interpretive Center (AIC) will provide snowshoes for those who need them at the trailhead.

Visitors are encouraged to take the half-mile trail connecting Santanoni Road to the AIC’s 3.6-mile trail system. The center’s buildings will be open on the weekend.

Adirondack Architectural Heritage, the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, the Town of Newcomb, and the Adirondack Interpretive Center host the event.

The Adirondack Interpretive Center will provide snowshoes at the Gate Lodge for visitors without their own.

About Great Camp Santanoni.

The Great Camp’s first buildings were erected in 1892-93, and more were added at the beginning of the twentieth century. In 1987, Santanoni was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and in 2000, it was declared a National Historic Landmark.

Great Camp Santanoni is located within the 13,000-acre Santanoni Preserve, established in the 1890s by Robert and Anna Pruyn, a prominent couple from Albany, New York.

Santanoni is one of the earliest of the Great Camps, which the Vanderbilts, Rockefellers, Morgans, and other Gilded Age giants built in Adirondack Park as lavish wilderness playgrounds.

Winter weekends at Santanoni.

The Santanoni Partners, which includes Adirondack Architectural Heritage, the Town of Newcomb, and the Department of Environmental Conservation, established the dates for the 2025 Santanoni Winter Weekends:

• January 18-20

• February 15-17

• March 15-16

Winter conditions can change quickly in the Adirondacks, especially in the backcountry. Be prepared with extra warm clothing and adequate supplies for your trip.

Visit Great Camp Santanoni’s website for more information.

Great Camp Santanoni in winter.

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