The butterfly house is open from the middle of June to Labor Day and includes native butterflies and moths in all stages -- eggs, caterpillars, chrysalids/coocoons, adult butterflies and moths. It is very low key compared to tropical butterfly exhibits, which are full of brightly colored tropicals. However, this house is a wonderful place to learn about the critters and... More

Great trails for different levels. Lots of wildlife to see. Helpful staff. Worth the visit for everyone. More

We went to the opening of an exhibit on the Northeast outdoors. The previous exhibit was still partially assembled which we found to be distracting. The art work on display, in general, was more interesting than the official exhibit. We did not use them, but there appears to be a network of trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. More

Come and have fun for a few hours or all day. You can come again and again. By yourself or with family or friends. You are sure to have a good time. More

We enjoyed hiking on the various trails and then visiting the center to read about the Adirondack Mountains, its animals and foliage. There were also various hands on displays. Great place for young and old alike. More

It's only a short drive from Lower Saranac Lake. It's a must do! More

The VIC is beside Paul Smith's College and I believe is now run by the college since the state bowed out. Apparently they had just re-opened. There are a few hiking trails on the grounds and they are relatively easy and flat with handicapped accessibility. Inside there are exhibits and a guide who was very helpful in answering questions. They... More

We stopped at the VIC during our vacation in the Adirondacks and it is a good place to start if you have never been to the area before. There is a small exhibit about the history and nature of the Adirondacks which was interesting. Also the ladies at the front desk were very nice and helpful. They have many pamphlets... More