Out There Adirondacks: 108 of the Weirdest, Wildest, and Most Wonderful Attractions of the Adirondack Region

By: Larry Weill

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Synopsis: The Adirondack Park is a huge and diverse region that has earned a special place in the hearts of millions who live and visit its mountains and lakes, vistas and views, and natural and man-made attractions. There are many books that list the major sites, well-trodden trails, and &“tourist traps&” of the Adirondack region. Out There Adirondacks is a guide to everything else: the unusual, historic, strange, often-passed-by and sometimes-haunted destinations that locals only whisper about. In this fun and fascinating tour of the Adirondacks off-the-beaten-path, author Larry Weill showcases over 100 lesser-known destinations inside and close to The Blue Line, including:Haunted Pine Grove CemeteryThe Burial Plot of the Area&’s Earliest Double-AgentFamous Tales from the State&’s Oldest CourthouseThe Ruins of the Old Piseco TanneryThe Great Adirondack Frying Pan TossThe Ghosts of Nine Corner LakeAdirondack French Louie&’s CaveThe Bloody PondThe Spot Where Teddy Roosevelt Became PresidentWhitehall&’s Sasquatch Calling FestivalThe Moss Lake Rebellion of 1975… and many more. Bursting with photographs and insider tips, Out There Adirondacks is the perfect book for first-time Park visitors and lifelong Adirondack residents alike.