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Hotels near John Dillon Park: (0.01 mi) IP John Dillon Park (8.75 mi) Sandy Point Motel (8.21 mi) Motel Long Lake and Cottages (8.73 mi) Pine Terrace Motel & Resort (8.64 mi) Shamrock Motel & Cottages View all hotels near John Dillon Park on Tripadvisor

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Restaurants near John Dillon Park: (8.23 mi) Adirondack Hotel (9.05 mi) The Long View Lodge (6.89 mi) ADK Trading Post (8.56 mi) Long Lake Diner (8.63 mi) Adirondack Growl & Grub View all restaurants near John Dillon Park on Tripadvisor

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Kelly L

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An Angel Among Us

Jul 2020 • Business

Favorite part is Mr. John Dillon and his mission. I am still in awe after 15 or so years from my 1st visit. The area is well maintained and cared for. A true gem in every sense. I strongly suggest visiting. It's worth any drive.

Written June 15, 2021

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Mary Jane

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Beautiful camp and lake.

Feb 2021 • Solo

Visited several days with my dog in 2018 and again in 2019. The staff checks firewood, food storage, garbage ,and outhouses daily. Very safe environment.
The bugs sent me home after three days.

Written February 13, 2021

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Joan P

Long Lake, NY3 contributions

Terrific Hiking/Fishing/Boating/Camping Spot

Aug 2017 • Couples

I have been wanting to visit the John Dillon Park for a year, but I waited too long last year and missed the date for the close of the season. It was well worth the wait! I wanted a place to walk that would be safe, not too physically challenging but would showcase some of the beautiful scenery of the area. The John DIllon Park met all of these qualifications in an outstanding manner. The trails are well marked and very well maintained. There are shorter and longer hikes making the experience very flexible. The views are outstanding. My favorite was the fishing dock. We walked past some of the lean to camping shelters and I was very impressed! Most of the campsites had two shelters with a fire pit, cooking grate and firewood, picnic table, composting toilet area and water. I did not have a chance to check these out, but there are also boating opportunities! I should probably have started with this, but one of the most welcoming aspect of the park was the Welcoming Center! It was staffed, I believe, by a student from Paul Smiths College. He was extremely pleasant and helpful and set a relaxed tone for our visit. He assured me that our dog was welcome and pointed out a water bowl! The Center had a good variety of reference materials, including maps, and emergency information. Needless to say, indoor plumbing was also reassuring!

We wound up staying for only about an hour, but this is a site that could easily provide an all-day event or an overnight experience. This is the second Paul Smiths attraction that we have visited and I have been completely impressed by them both!

Written August 22, 2017

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Kelly M

Syracuse, New York, United States85 contributions

Is it ever open?

Aug 2014 • Family

The only reason I give this review a low rating is because every single time we've been here it's been closed. So sad. We've tried about 5 times. Please post hours of operation at the entrance!

Written August 29, 2014

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Daniel W

Chicago, IL3 contributions

A real trail for wheelchairs! Beautiful!

Aug 2012 • Family

We loved the trails! Real trails for power wheelchairs! The longer trail (a few miles) was wonderful, not just a puny 1/4 mile paved trail. Surface: smooth crushed gravel. Ended at a small beach. However, the road to the trail desperately needs work. Our lowered floor van hit bottom many times, even with great care in driving.

Written July 25, 2013

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JustPerfect10

San Francisco, CA17 contributions

Best kept secret in ADK Park

Jul 2012 • Family

You will love the informative, laid back folks from Paul Smith's College who guide your way in this disabilities-friendly environment. Whether you are camping in the lean-tos with chopped wood waiting for your supper fire, or hiking on the wide gravel trails back in to Handsome Pond (5 miles round trip) or cruising Grampus Lake on the silent electric party boat with their provided binoculars, you will find yourself immersed in the heart of the ADK. Donations happily accepted; make a reservation if you are planning to camp. Bring bug spray and/or netting. Great for all ages!

Written July 11, 2012

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airtransporter

Stamford, CT17 contributions

Up the Rocky Road

Jul 2019

This is a recreational property owned by the International Paper Company and is located off the main highway nit far from the hamlet of Long Lake. It appears the park is a work in progress. Once at the visitor center the employees are very congenial and professional, and the trails and boat ramps are professionally built and quite new. The main problem is getting from the highway to the visitor center. The road is not improved and is very rocky with ruts and holes. Unless the visitor has an off road vehicle or truck,with strong springs and chassis do not attempt the 2 mile drive to the park. I used a rented Ford escape and came close to ripping my undercarriage out. I was told at the information center that International Paper is aware the access road needs to be improved but as of my visit in mid July 2019, I felt like I was driving on up the rocky road.

Written August 7, 2019

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SugarSnap68

Saranac Lake, NY23 contributions

Hidden Gem

Jun 2019 • Couples

Had a relaxing little hike with friends today, at this hidden gem between Tupper Lake and Long Lake.
John Dillon Park is a fully accessible wilderness area that is ideal for everyone, including individuals with disabilities. The trails are beautifully maintained and serene.
There are 9 lean-to sites, which are also handicap accessible and can be reserved free of charge.
Grampus Lake, located very close to the Welcome Center is beautiful and offers a dock and fishing platform.
I encourage a visit if you are in the area. I’m glad I finally checked it out.

Written June 23, 2019

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crawfordjoy

Bethlehem, PA8 contributions

Excellent walking trail.

Jun 2017 • Couples

A great place to explore if you are near Long Lake. So much to see and enjoy. Camping sites, nature, woods walking, a lake to see and all handicap accessible..Very friendly!

Written August 29, 2017

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JackRussellowner68

Spencerport, NY36 contributions

Excellent Park

Aug 2015 • Family

We really enjoyed our visit here. The trails are handicap accessi ble. This was nice after hiking up Coney Mountain earlier in the trip. We saw (and heard) a loon on the lake. You can camp overnight here. It was definitely worth the slow two mile trip into the park.

Written August 9, 2015

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