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With a population of barely 1,000 people, Wilmington, New York is quietly nestled at the base of Whiteface Mountain, one of the East’s premier ski areas. Very few communities in the country can boast of having so many recreational opportunities so nearby. The West Branch of the Ausable River, truly one of the most legendary trout streams in America, twists and turns through the town as it meanders slowly towards Lake Champlain. Wherever you select to spend a night in Wilmington, you are no more than a short drive or walk to some of the best trout fishing the eastern United States has to offer.
Whiteface Mountain, host of the 1980 Winter Olympic Alpine Events, looms high above Wilmington with most restaurants, lodging establishments, and campsites having direct views of its majestic presence. Just minutes from your doorstep, Whiteface Mountain provides the entire family with the most diverse and enjoyable skiing in New York State. For the mountain biker, there are endless opportunities just minutes away from wherever you select to stay in Wilmington. Find any room and you’re close to miles of single track terrain suitable for the entire family or for the more adventurous. Whiteface Mountain provides the downhiller the best choice with a 2,432 vertical experience unequalled anywhere in the east.
Canoeing and kayaking on the Ausable River or the many secluded lakes and ponds close by, hiking the miriad of trails that offer spectacular views of nearby peaks at every turn, biking the miles upon miles of meandering roads that loop endlessly through neighboring mountains, valleys and old farmland, enjoying a round of golf at one of nine courses a short drive away………..there’s an endless array of activities for everyone to enjoy. For those planning to visit our area's Adirondack Attractions, we have four of them right in our town! The Whiteface Mountain Scenic Highway starts in our town's center. You can also enjoy High Fall's Gorge, the Whiteface Mountain Gondola Ride, and famous Santa's Workshop, the summer home of jolly St. Nick! All this in a small community surrounded by majestic mountain vistas, clean air, pure water, and some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. We don’t even have a stoplight to slow you from getting to your favorite activity! And, for those simply wishing to relax and chill for a few days, we’re just 15 minutes away from bustling Lake Placid offering days of shopping, dining, and activities sure to please the entire family.
So . . . drop the remote, turn off the computer, put the answering machine on and come discover the town of Wilmington! We’re easy to get to, very affordable, perfect for just you, couples, or the whole family. We promise a visit you will long remember.
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