When you drive across the bridge to park your car, it is the view from the bridge that is most spectacular. So
park, walk back across the bridge to admire the view and take pictures
.
Do you have to pay for Ausable Chasm?
There is a fee required to access these trails
. As one of the earliest and oldest attractions in the USA, Ausable Chasm has developed a history filled with adventures, disasters, and many famous visitors.
What should I wear to Ausable Chasm?
What is this? If you’re taking the Ausable Chasm tubing tour, you may not wear flip-flops! You must wear
water shoes, sandals with a heel strap, or sneakers you don’t mind getting wet
.
Can you swim at Ausable Chasm?
Ausable River – Keene
Between Keene and Keene Valley,
there is a swimming hole in the Ausable River
. From Route 73, across the road from Marcy Field (airport), there is a small park with picnic tables and a swimming hole in the river.
Is Ausable Chasm safe?
While not much has changed since our last update we would like to inform all of our visitors that
all is safe and well here at Ausable Chasm
. All hiking/walking trails within the chasm are fully open by reservation only. All guided activities such as rafting, tubing, adventure trail via ferrata, rock climbing, etc.
How hard is the Ausable Chasm hike?
The Inner Sanctum Trail isn’t overly difficult
and well worth the hike. The Inner Sanctum Trail is one-mile long and heads through the chasm on a series of steps, paths carved out of the stone, and bridges over gaps in the rocks.
Who owns Ausable Chasm?
Ausable Chasm is in the Adirondacks, about 3 miles west of Lake Champlain and 40 miles south of the Canadian border. The land is privately owned by
the local power company
and run as an attraction, so expect to pay the basic entry fee for access.
How long does it take to tour Ausable Chasm?
HOW MUCH TIME SHOULD I BE PREPARED TO SPEND AT AUSABLE CHASM? Depending on the activities desired, length of visit can range anywhere from
2 hours to a full day or more
. For guests looking to make the most out of their visit we recommend arriving early in the day.
How deep is the Ausable Chasm?
Ausable Chasm is a sandstone gorge through which the Ausable River (Ausable is French for “of sand”) runs for a couple of miles (~ 3 km) from the area just northeast of Keeseville, NY toward Lake Champlain. The gorge is as deep as
300-500 feet (90-150 m) in places
and only 20-50 feet (6-15 m) wide.
What is the cleanest lake in the Adirondacks?
Lake George
, the crown jewel in an Adirondack collection of beautiful lakes, was recently named to a list of the Top 10 Clearest Lakes in the U.S.! But we all know just looking at water doesn’t really tell you much about the water quality.
Can you swim in Adirondack lake?
To experience an Adirondack swimming hole that’s popular among locals, head to
Mill Creek in Wevertown
. Known as “the Black Hole,” the swimming hole is downstream from Dunkley Falls, and features nearby rocks you can jump off of into the water.
How long does it take to hike the lemon squeeze?
Enjoy this 7.0-mile loop trail near New Paltz, New York. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of
3 h 19 min
to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
How was Ausable Chasm formed?
Ausable Chasm, a majestic two mile long gorge made up of 500 million year-old sandstone, has provided for area tourism, recreation, and industry for nearly 200 years. The chasm was formed by
glacial activity along faults in the earth’s bedrock
, creating cliffs, caves, and other rock formations.
Where in New York is Ausable Chasm?
Ausable Chasm is conveniently located
just off of I-87 between Exits 34 and 35
. We are just 12 miles South of Plattsburgh, NY (the areas largest city – located on famous Lake Champlain) and just one mile North of historic Keeseville on Route 9.
What is the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks?
Ausable Chasm
is billed as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks. Visitors can access walking trails to see ancient rock formations, gaze upon the flowing Ausable Chasm or throw yourself into physical activities to explore this privately-owned property.
