The Tour

Our two hour scenic boat cruise crosses three beautiful lakes: Blue Mountain, Eagle and Utowana. The Osprey and Neenykin, vintage 1916 launches, along with the 40' Towahloondah perfectly complement the historical narrative spun by experienced guides. In the late 1800s, Blue Mountain Lake attracted the very wealthiest families in America as a great retreat; some of their great camps are still visible from the water. Behind the scenes, the servants and lumberjacks of the area lead to many interesting stories that give this area its rich cultural heritage. Our tour features the camps, hotels, steamboats, workers and players in the late 1800s. As the era draws to a close, we cover the last of the great camps and the whirlwind of typhus and bankruptcy that follows. A new generation emerges: preservation and conservation in our times also play a part of the great Adirondack story. Between the beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and interesting tour guide, our historic boat cruise is one part of the Blue Mountain experience you will not want to miss!

The Schedule

Our tours run at 11:00am and 2:00pm every day throughout the summer and fall. Reservations are not necessary, but they are suggested. A 6:20 evening "cocktail" cruise is also available; you may bring beverages and hors d'oeuvres as you wish. Reservations for this tour are strongly suggested. All tours depart promptly from our dock. Charters are available for your own group at the same price per person as a regular tour. Please see our Charters & Weddings page for more information.

Tickets

Adults 20.00
Seniors 18.00
Youth 16.00 (Ages 3-14)

Each boat is annually inspected by the New York State Department of Historic Preservation. The New York State Parks and Recreation Department tests and certifies the pilots, who are skilled in the navigation of these waters.