Happy 15th Wedding Anniversary Celebrating in Lake Placid, NY

 Breakfast at the Waters Edge Inn before taking off to our next destination which is Lake Placid, NY. On the way, we stopped a few times so I could capture some of the views. Which by the way seems to be a long way between points A and B.   Saw a group of wild turkeys. Marlon pulled over so we take their pictures.

Take a look at this roaring, rushing waterfall.  The water is so muddy because we had hard rain last night.

                        

Well, my breakfast has worn off and I'm glad we have come into the town of Lake Saranac, NY. The town was very charming and friendly.  Lots of people sitting outside at the coffee shops, streets of places to shop and eat.  We chose a place called Blue Moon Café and are so glad we did.  Lots of locals enjoyed breakfast and some were eating lunch.  The coffee is self-serve, which I like.  I don't want to forget to mention all the food is homemade.  We ordered a cheddar bacon jalapeño soup and got the last 2  bowls. Happy we ordered the soup as it was super delicious.  Time for some shopping and an iced coffee for the road. 

During our exploration of downtown Lake Saranac, we walked into a place that talked about the loons which are ducks.  We have been trying to spot them since we arrived in NY.  We were told to check out at Lake Clear where they have often been spotted.  We drove out there and walked down a beautiful path to the lake but no loons were in sight.

Lake Saranac also houses The Union Station.  It was closed when we arrived and I'm pretty sure it is closed for good. Saranac Lake Union Depot is a former NY Central Railroad station.  It was built in 1904 by the Delaware and Hudson Railway. 

Next door to the Union station was the Adirondack Carousel.  The website shows they are open but this is not the case.  The building was locked so you could not ride on the carousel.  So sad as lots of kids were playing on the playground equipment out front since they weren't able to ride.  We did get a couple pictures through the window.  From what I read the animals on the carousel were hand carved by local artists.  

We are starting to see Fall foliage here in the Adirondacks.  All the beautiful fall colors are breathtaking.

Yeah, we have arrived in Lake Placid, NY.  This town is amazing and has hosted the Olympics 2 times, in 1932 and again in 1980. I think we have the most amazing view of the lake and mountains from our hotel. Can't wait to try out the jetted bath.  I mean it is our wedding anniversary weekend.

Went to the grocery store to stock up on supplies for our stay here in Lake Placid.  Look what Oreo has come out with.

We are settled in now and its time for dinner.  It is raining so thank goodness we brought an umbrella with us.  Walked down to the best BBQ place in town and enjoyed the view from inside.  We were seated next to the huge windows so we could see the lake and mountains.  Good beer and the best-smoked BBQ wings ever.

Adirondack Railroad Bike Adventure in Old Forge, NY

 Driving around and saw this train station. Decided to stop and check it out.  We were amazed to find out that we could ride the rail on their bikes.  We made arrangements to come back later and ride the rail.

When we purchased our tickets the train station was also a museum and gift shop.

This place of 30k-40 rooms was once a thriving business and worked great with the railroad company.  A train trip from Utica to Old Forge where they would spend the night and then be taken into town to shop and eat. The could also just relax at the bar and enjoy an amazing dinner.  The chef was amazing as the bartender who made the drinks.  It's known to always be full until a death in the family which caused a scabble in the family wanting the money.  The place has been on the market for 3 years and is $80,000.  Since it's been on the market I'm sure they would take less. Hope they get a buy to invest.

Pedaling the bike on the rail.

Safety instructions

Graveyard of non-working railroad crossing lights.

1/2 way done! Time to get off the bike on the rail so they could turn it around and we could pedal back to the train station.  We ended up riding with another couple to help them out. They struggled to get to the point to turn around.  She had cancer and had just finished chemo.  This was way too much for her to do.  She looked awful and he could not pedal them both with out help.  We were happy to help them out. 

The train station is now put in new rails from Utica NY to Lake Placid. They are starting a fall tour which will include an overnight stay.  They also are doing a Polar Express.  So much is happening here in the Adirondacks.

Just another building close by that caught my eye.

Proud to say we completed the bike the rail adventure.  We are tired don't get me wrong it was not a piece of cake.

Hot, tired and hungry LOL