NLP ADIRONDACK GUIDE
WAKELY DAM TO LAKE DURANT
INDIAN LAKE & BLUE MOUNTAIN LAKE

Section 3 NLP
Stephens Pond a lovely camp location. It provides a short hike, but may be populated because of easier access.
Wakely Dam to Lake Durant
Mileage: 12.5 miles
Terrain:    Long stretch of Road Walking (Hikers nightmare)

Itinerary for Guided Hikes at Adirondack Wilderness Adventures

Day One
One night stay at Yurt (before departure)

Day Two
Drive to Trail Head at Wakely Dam
Hike into Stephens Pond (9.1 miles)

There are several hikes of the NLP in this area to explore and camp.

Day Three
Explore Stephens Pond area
Camp at Stephens Pond

After your wilderness hike enjoy camp at stephens pond.

Day Four
Hike to Lake Durant (3.4 miles)
One night stay in Yurt

COMPLETE GEAR PACKAGE RENTAL IS AVAILABLE
Your complete gear rental is $40.00/day
4+ days gear rental is $35.00/day

Topographical maps of the area can be reviewed at the links below.





REMEMBER YOU WILL BE STAYING IN THE YURTS THE NIGHT BEFORE DEPARTURE AND UPON YOUR RETURN.  PLEASE SEE WHAT BASICS YOU NEED TO BRING UNDER LODGING.

TOTAL COST OF PACKAGE:  430.00 PER PERSON (DISCOUNT OFFERED FOR GROUPS)

+++Overnight Trips add an additional $20.00/day for your meals+++

This package includes two nights lodging at Adirondack Wilderness Adventures  and three days of guided hiking/camping.  You will be receiving 1-2 licensed guides depending on the size of your party.  

If you feel you or your party require additional basics, before departure, please contact us directly, we will be happy to accommodate you.  

History of Wakely Dam:  William Wakely owned a sawmill, dam and hotels (his hotels did have a tendency to burn).

McCanes:  Was an old stagecoach route that traveled from McCanes to Blue Mountain Lake.

History of Lake Durant:  This was a federal work project during the Depression Days.  This promoted the Union Pacific Railroad and later the Adirondack Railroad.  

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