Search for Champ
Embark on an expedition to find the legend whose recorded sightings date as far back as Samuel D. Champlain himself. Many have tried and failed to find the elusive beast and only a few lucky ones have encountered the prehistoric creature and lived to tell the tale.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Sherman Free Library
The Sherman Free Library was given as a gift to the Village of Port Henry by George Sherman in 1887. The library lends out books, CDs, DVDs, three WIFI connected computers and printing services. More information about the library can be found here.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Swim at the Beach
Port Henry and Bulwagga Beach offer amazing views of the Champlain Valley and are a fantastic way to cool off during the hot summer months. Both beaches have life guards on duty during the summer season and are located within walking distance of Port Henry’s campgrounds. So, throw on your bathing suit, take a swim, sunbathe, and have a picnic while you watch the waves roll in.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Go Sailing
Lake Champlain is notorious for its gusty winds that make for challenging and exciting sailing. Sail competitively with the North Cheever Yacht Club on Wednesdays at 5:00pm or take a casual sailing tour of the lake with Sail Adirondacks. Don’t forget to catch the end of summer J24 class regatta hosted by the Port Henry Marina.
Approximate duration: 4 hours
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Johnny Podres
Known as the “Yankee Killer” for playing a pivotal role in delivering the Dodgers their first and only World Series win against the Yankees in 1955, the Witherbee native’s legacy has been preserved through exhibits and eponyms.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Watch the Sunrise
Besides getting the worm, early birds will be treated to a wonderful sunrise over the Green Mountains that turns the sky and Lake Champlain into hues of pink orange and yellow. For the motivated early risers there are a selection of viewpoints including Big Hollow, Cheney Mountain, and Belfry Fire Tower.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Go Kayaking
If you’re looking for an easy-going adventure, try kayaking around Bulwagga Bay or go explore the many coves and rivers that line each side of Lake Champlain.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Basket Weaver's Guild
Located on Main St. Port Henry, the Basket Weaver’s Guild offers a selection of handmade baskets and basket weaving lessons if you want to learn how to make your own.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Camp at the Lake
Port Henry’s three campgrounds offer a great way to get away from it all and spend some time enjoying the surrounding beauty of the Adirondacks. If you’re interested in a lakeside getaway consider staying at the Port Henry or Bulwagga Bay campgrounds, otherwise there’s Petro’s Millbrook Campground located next to a nestled brook about two miles inland.
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Water Ski and Jet Ski
With an area of 490 square miles and very little boater traffic, Lake Champlain makes for a fantastic place to bring out the jet skis and water skis. Zoom over to Vermont and back, do laps around an island, launch off a wave, or explore the many bays that line the Lake Champlain coast.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Cardboard Boat Racing
Calling all aspiring boat builders! The cardboard boat race is a beloved Port Henry tradition where competitors try to build the fastest cardboard boat that is also capable of withstanding the merciless wrath of Lake Champlain.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Go Bird Watching
Adirondack park is home to over 100 species of birds and Port Henry is no stranger to this diverse population. The variety of surrounding plant life, animals, and geography means you’ll find everything from the small and nimble Hummingbird to the graceful Great Blue Herons
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Walk the Champlain Bridge
Completed in 2011, the new Champlain Bridge was designed to compliment the surrounding nature while providing a route connecting Vermont and NY for thousands of travelers each year. The bridge is walkable and provides a sightseeing point of the Port Henry and makes for a good place to watch the sun set over the Adirondacks.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Belfry Fire Tower
Originally meant as a vantage point to spot wild fires, the decommissioned tower is one of 25 in the Adirondacks that can be climbed for a 360-degree view of the Adirondacks and Champlain Valley. The tower sits atop a 1,864ft peak that requires a 0.4-mile hike and 137ft elevation gain to reach. The beginning of this gravel road trail is located on Dalton Hill road.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Giant Mountain
Port Henry’s location puts you right in the backyard of the high peaks. Giant peak is one of the 46 Adirondack peaks and offers tremendous views from several vantage points including its bare peak that provides a 360-degree view of Adirondack Park. Follow this link for more information on this hike:
Approximate duration: 10 hours
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CATS Trail
Champlain Area Trails (CATS) has created over 60 miles of hiking and cross-country skiing trails in and around Moriah for the public to enjoy. Big Hollow and Cheney Mountain are located within Moriah while the rest are within close proximity. In depth information on trails can be found here.
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Robert Wright Memorial
The Raymond Wright Memorial was built in Raymond Wright’s hometown of Mineville in remembrance of his actions in Vietnam that earned him the Medal of Honor and to honor the five Moriah natives that died in action.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Lake Champlain
Lake Champlain is a freshwater lake that has a total area of 514 square miles and stretches from Upstate NY all the way to Canada. Port Henry is one of the towns that line the coast of this impressive lake and therefore has all the perks a large can offer. Use the Port Henry boat launch to kick of a day of tubing, fishing, joyriding, or exploring during your stay.
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Lincoln Pond
Lincoln pond lends itself to many of the activities a big lake offers but in a quaint setting. An ideal place to put in a canoe and do some fishing without having to worry about heavy boater traffic or rough waves. Lincoln pond also tends to freeze over earlier in the season for those looking to get an early start on their ice fishing adventures. Boating access is possible via the Lincoln Pond Boat Launch located inside the Lincoln Pond Campground. There is a day use fee when the campground is open.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Newport Pond
This out of the way pond sits right off of Tracy Rd. midway between Witherbee and I-87. A great place to fish, hike, birdwatch, and relax.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Bartlette Pond
Bartlette Pond is located in Mineville just off of Bartlette Pond Rd. The pond is home to many freshwater fish and makes for an easy to access fishing location during both summer and winter.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Hammond Pond
This secluded pond can be accessed via a hiking trail that will take you on a mild 1.6-mile roundtrip, starting from the trailhead at the North Hudson Road. The trail crosses over several creeks and ends at Hammond Pond where you’ll find a rewarding view and places to fish along its shoreline.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Go Biking
Port Henry is one of the stops along the Empire State Trail which spans from Albany to Montreal. Its scenic location offers a great spot to take a rest before continuing along the trail. The rural roads of the surrounding area also make for excellent biking trails if you’re looking to explore the area.
Approximate duration: 3
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Foote's Diner
Foote’s Diner offers hearty breakfast and lunch dishes fit for a hungry traveler. Enjoy your eggs however you want with a cup of coffee as you sit in a booth inside the converted trolley cart.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Crowfoot Pond Trail
The Crowfoot pond trail offers 6 miles of in-and-out hiking or cross-country skiing and access to kayaking/canoeing access to Crowfoot Pond. The trailhead is located on Tracy Rd. about 2 miles from I-87 Exit 30.
Approximate duration: 3 hours
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Red Brick Cafe
The Red Brick Cafe offers a variety of coffee drinks, as well as delicious crepes, paninis and sandwiches. If you need a place to stay, the Village Inn upstairs has 4 beautiful newly renovated, comfortable, and clean rooms. Each room has a rivate bathroom, air conditioner/heating, WIFI and a Roku TV.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Gene's Hotdogs
Gene’s Hotdog Stand is Port Henry’s beloved drive in fast food joint that’s famous for its Michigan hotdogs and burgers. Stop in for a plate of Michigans, curly fries, and don’t forget the soft serve ice-cream.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Chamber of Commerce
The office and the historic photos exhibit are open Tuesday through Friday 10-2
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Iron Center Museum
The Iron Center Museum contains exhibits of Moriah’s mining era that spanned from 1820 to 1971. The exhibits shed light on the operations of the mining industry and its socioeconomic effect on the lives of residents. More information about the iron center can be found here.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Prospect for Iron Ore
Moriah’s history as a booming mining town still has traces in the soil as many deposits of iron ore remain untapped. Get your magnet and see how much iron ore you can find.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Train Ride
Consistently named one of the most scenic train routes, the Adirondack Amtrak line that runs from NYC to Montreal links to of the most important cities on the east coast and provides access to all of the wonders in between.
Approximate duration: 7 hours
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The Ice Mine
A remnant of the vast mining operations that covered most of Moriah, the ice mine is special because its depth keeps it cool year-round resulting in a cold micro climate that envelopes the surrounding area. This road side attraction is just East of the intersection of Belfrey and Power House Rd.
Approximate duration: 1 hour
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Roe Pond Trout Tournament
This unique tournament that you have to be 15 or under to compete in, will be entering its 34th year. The tournament always attracts young anglers far and wide to see who can bag the biggest trout to win a prize that varies from year to year. Roe Pond is located in Witherbee and the tournament usually takes place in late May.
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Champ Day
Come celebrate the legendary but shy lake monster on Champ Day. The festival typically takes place at Port Henry Beach where some the activities taking place are movie night, the cardboard boat race, Penelope the Clown, and many more! Visit this link to read more:
Approximate duration: 2 hours
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Do it All Again
We hope you enjoyed the many things this town has to offer from scenic hikes to unique eateries and can’t wait to have you back! Port Henry is a great place to visit all year round, fun on the water during the summer, foliage hikes in the fall, cross country skiing in the winter, and the spring foliage bloom.
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