The 9 Best Things to Do in Tupper Lake, United States

March 9, 2018 Emerita Lamoureux

Tupper Lake is a town in the southwest corner of Franklin County, New York, United States. The population was 5,971 at the 2010 census. The town contains a village called Tupper Lake. Until July 2004, the town was known as "Altamont", not to be confused with the village of Altamont in Albany County.
Restaurants in Tupper Lake

1. The Wild Center

45 Museum Dr, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-9712 +1 518-359-7800
Excellent
71%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 767 reviews

The Wild Center

*TEMPORARILY CLOSED - THE WILD CENTER WILL BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED FROM SUNDAY, APRIL 1 TO THURSDAY, MAY 3 FOR EXHIBIT INSTALLATION* The Wild Center is an 81-acre hands-on place to get all kinds of new perspectives on the wild world of the Adirondacks. It will include Wild Walk, a brand new trail across the treetops starting in the summer of 2015. The Wall Street Journal called The Wild Center "Glorious" in its review, and The New York Times called it "stunning". The Center has live animals, a wide screen theater, canoes, its own river, guides walks, tons of cutting-edge green building systems, and the only treetop walk in the Adirondacks.

Reviewed By EMK260 - Brooklyn, New York

If it wasn't raining we may have enjoyed it more. My teens were unimpressed with the wild walk, they probably would have enjoyed the hikes on the grounds if the weather was better.

The indoor exhibits are nicely constructed & informative but again was more geared for younger children. The website makes the indoor exibits appear like a large area but in actaully we saw it all in under 30 minutes. We also was not impressed with the movie which was a collection of photographs of the area.

2. Raquette River Brewing

11 Balsam St # 2, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-1033 +1 518-359-5219
Excellent
82%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 48 reviews

Raquette River Brewing

Raquette River Brewing is a local brewery producing small batch Adirondack Ales.

Reviewed By katie3182 - katie3182

Stopped here when we drove through Tupper Lake. Great local beer and very friendly staff. Plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy your beer. Also have BBQ and snacks onsite. Kid-friendly with toys and games.

3. Coney Mountain Trail

NYS Route 30, Tupper Lake, NY
Excellent
79%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 28 reviews

Coney Mountain Trail

Reviewed By Jennifer E - Uniontown, Ohio

Would definitely recommend this short hike to those looking for a couple hour hike that isn't too strenuous, but that leads to amazing views. The trail basically winds its way around and up the "mountain", so it's an incline, but we never thought it was too steep. We say a few youngsters on the trail, so I think it would be good for little ones. And the view at the top really is beautiful!

4. The Washboard Donut Shop & Laundromat

48 Park St, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-1617 +1 518-359-2339
Excellent
54%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 19 reviews

The Washboard Donut Shop & Laundromat

Reviewed By CSSnowshoer - New York City, New York

In the ADK people and businesses need to be multitalented. In this case the business owners combined a couple very different but very compatible businesses. And I love it. If I lived nearby I would do my laundry there all the time.
As it was, I was passing through in a blizzard but saw the sign and stopped. Was glad I did. Had donuts for the rest of my trip.

5. Raquette River Outfitters

1754 State Route 30, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-2406 +1 518-359-3228
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 15 reviews

Raquette River Outfitters

Reviewed By TourMD - Boston, Massachusetts

The staff here are so very pleasant and give great advice. Anne is a mine of info and obviously loves what she does.
Everyone helpful and good quality equipment to rent. Prices extremely reasonable.
Of course the lake is pristine - if you're staying in Lake Placid and are looking for a diversion this is a great choice.

6. Adirondack Public Observatory

178 Big Wolf Rd, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-1268 +1 518-359-3538
Excellent
76%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 16 reviews

Adirondack Public Observatory

Reviewed By Parker B - Berwyn, Pennsylvania

Mostly Friday nights stargazing with very knowledgeable staff to help. Check for hours and days. Impressive array of viewing instruments

7. P2's Irish Pub

31 Main St, Downtown, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-1310 +1 518-359-9980
Excellent
55%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
0%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 13 reviews

P2's Irish Pub

Reviewed By Mary B - New York

We stopped in for a quick bute with our kids early on a Friday night. The have a large outdoor seating area so it didn't feel like we were bringing the kids to a bar. We really enjoyed the wings and fries. Michelle, the owner, was our server and she was super, telling us a bit about the history of the pub and letting us know we could bring our dog next time to sit in the outdoor area. Seemed like a friendly local crowd enjoying the great summer weather.

8. Trail's End

41 Raquette River Dr, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-9701 +1 518-359-7135
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Trail's End

Reviewed By Jackie652

It was my husband's birthday, so we stopped in for a drink. The place has an appealing log cabin exterior, reminiscent of the old roadhouses. The seats at the bar were nearly full, but we found a couple at the end of the bar. The barmaid was extremely friendly, fast, and made a mean whiskey sour (hey, I didn't say that I was cool, just the bar). We got to meet Bob, a former local who had returned for his class reunion, who immediately selected my hubby as his BFF. We were fortunate enough to meet the owner, "Beard" the next day and he showed us some great bike routes. The beer selection is pretty standard, with a couple of local beers on draft. The liquor selection is more than you'd expect from a biker bar. The view out the front door is spectacular, and why shouldn't you have a beer or two after watching a great blue heron striding through Simon Pond?

9. Lakeview Lanes

1939 State Route 30, Tupper Lake, NY 12986-2412 +1 518-359-2234

Lakeview Lanes is a 12 lane bowling center with open bowling daily. Also the home of the Foul Line Sports Bar, with numerous TVs to watch the big game. We have the NFL ticket, so be sure to check us out during football season! While you're here, be sure to try some pizza or wings!! Our menu may be small, but the portions are large, and the food is good!!

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