Winter at Blue Ridge Motel

Winter in Schroon Lake is still a refreshing time for the Adirondacks. With the change from fall to winter the area undergoes a magnificent change. The colors of fall give way to the purity of fresh white mountain snow.

Two of the best skiing mountains in New York are within an hour drive.

Gore Mountain is around 25 miles from the Blue Ridge Motel. "Gore is one of North America's top resorts, and has been a Gold Medal Winner for Value" rated by Ski Magazine, October 1997.



"The Olympic Mountain" Whiteface Mountain is around 55 miles from the Blue Ridge Motel. Whiteface - "its relatively unspoiled nature is what makes skiing at Whiteface a thrilling, singular experience." as praised by Ski Magazine.

Staying at the Blue Ridge Motel puts you at the best place for skiing at Gore or Whiteface. After a full day of outdoor winter activities, what would be better than curling up in your warm comfortable room at the Blue Ridge Motel!


The fun is still in Schroon Lake. Touring the Adirondacks is beautiful in the winter as it is any time of the year. Tour the area on your snowmobile and have a fun day around Schroon Lake. When you have finished taking your own sleds out onto the more than 50 miles of free groomed trails maintained by the Schroon Lake/North Hudson Snowmobile Club. When your day is done come back to the warmth of the Blue Ridge Motel.

To become a member of the snowmobile club, you need contact the chamber office. All the information will be sent to you.

Try a new adventure during winter in the Adirondacks...Winter Hiking or X-Country Skiing! Through on your snow shoes and take a hike on the trails. This will be different type of experience that only a few people will attempt in the Adirondacks. X-Country, what fun it is, putting on the skis and breaking a fresh trail in the woods or a flatter trail try the lake or golf course. The Blue Ridge Motel is minutes from all the winter action!

Don't have skis or snow shoes don't worry rentals of Cross Country Skis and Snowshoes are available locally.

Ice Fishing is always a good time for the fisherman. The sport tends to transform the area in that a whole new village develops on the frozen lake. Shanties of all different shapes and colors make up the new temporary community. A day on the ice with a good friend telling lots stories including the one of the ever famous fish that got away.

Want to test your ice fishing skills on Schroon Lake. Partake in the local Schroon Lake Fish and Game Ice Fishing Derby. The derby has grown over the years to be a premier fishing event. Put your fishing tackle on, set a line, and enjoy the hospitality of the Fish & Game and Schroon Lake. Then relax at the Blue Ridge Motel!