Things to Do

So Much to See and Do Near Fort Edward

From hiking the Adirondacks Mountains to discovering the bubbling geysers in Saratoga Springs, there are indoor and outdoor adventures everywhere in Upstate New York. Just hop in the car or ride the train to take in all the glorious sights of nature and history.

Mineral Springs

Saratoga Springs has 21 different, naturally carbonated public springs. Every spring has its own distinct flavor profile owing to the different mineral compositions of each. Bring your own cups and taste them all.

Adirondack Mountains

Take I-87 N to one of the most spectacular natural attractions you’ll ever see. Go fishing, camping, and paddling. Hike the many trails of the 46 peaks of this famed mountain range. No fees to enter – the park is free.

Old Fort House Museum in Fort Edward

Discover historic Fort Edward when you take a guided tour of a plank road tollhouse. A knowledgeable guide will show you a law office from 1853 and authentic furnishings from the 1770s through the 1940s. Find out how folks lived back then.

Six Flags Great Escape Park

Every kid loves rides and water slides. Grown-ups do too! All day fun in nearby Queensbury!

Slickfin Brewing Company

Veteran-owned microbrewery has 10 beers on tap and welcomes dogs to the patio. Try artisan-crafted ales and lagers.

Fort Edward’s Ghost Tours

Who doesn’t love a good ghost story? Unlock the mysterious past with a tour of Fort Edward’s haunted history. Maybe you’ll see an orb!

Wedgewood Golf Club

Nine holes of par 3 golf in Fort Edward. It’s a great course for beginners or those trying to improve their short game. Visit the 10th Hole for a bite and a drink!

Lots More Golf Nearby

There are 20 more public, private, and municipal golf courses near your new home at White Birch Estates. Find your favorite!

World Awareness Children’s Museum

The Museum is a place for children and families to learn about the world through hands-on imaginative play. With many different exhibitions featuring a variety of cultures, children will enjoy a rich and engaging experience in neighboring Glens Falls.

Glens Falls Feeder Canal Bike Trail

Just right for family biking, walking, and jogging. The nine-mile path goes from Queensbury to Fort Edward and follows the original 19th century canal.

Family YMCA of Glens Falls

Swimming pool, basketball courts, indoor track, exercise machines, and many childcare programs.

Crandall Park in Glens Falls

Take the kids to Crandall Park for a fishing pond, soccer and softball fields, disc golf, lacrosse, basketball courts, and a fun playground.

Via Aquarium

Visit Schenectady to see the Aquarium. Explore the world’s oceans and rivers on your self-guided tour. Watch Sharks swim overhead while schools of fish surround you in immersive tunnel tanks. Feel the soft, smooth skin of stingrays as they swim right up to your hand.

West Mountain

Snow skiing, hiking, chair lifts, mountaintop yoga, zip lines, and year-round outdoor family adventures in nearby Queensbury.

Green Mountain National Forest

Take a day trip to the GMNF in Rutland, Vermont for 400,000 acres of woodsy adventures. Climb mountains, see moose, go leaf-peeping, take pictures, and enjoy the dense forest in the wild outdoors.