When it comes to experiencing outdoor adventures of a lifetime in the Empire State, up north in the Adirondacks is one of the best places you can visit. Where you’ll find all 46 of New York’s High Peaks, stunning waterfalls and other various natural wonders, the area offers endless options if you’re looking to do some exploring. But if you were searching for a more relaxing way to see the magnificent sights of this region, then you might want to consider planning a trip to this one lazy river that takes you right through one of our state’s most unique attractions.

Up north near Lake Champlain, Ausable Chasm is America’s oldest natural attraction.

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After arriving to Ausable Chasm you’ll take a one-mile long trail through the upper chasm until you reach your tubing destination.

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Drawing in millions of visitors since opening back in 1870, many refer to this jaw-dropping place as the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks.

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Sending you down the Ausable River in a tube at your very own pace, the Float Tour is an extraordinary way to cool off on a hot summer’s day.

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With one-of-a-kind views of these historic sandstone rock formations, the waterfront tours of Ausable Chasm are incredibly popular to experience during the summer.

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Taking you through the lower chasm where you’ll feel like you’re in another world, the Float Tour is a great activity to experience with friends and family.

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Showing you what the Adirondacks are all about, you can find out more about this tubing adventure if you click here.

Ausable Chasm/Facebook Just one of the many ways for you to experience America’s oldest attraction, the earlier you arrive to enjoy these tubing Float Tours the better. A popular destination once New York’s weather warms up, you’ll be required to wear proper footwear (ie. water shoes, sneakers or sandals with heel straps) to go in this natural lazy river.

How to get here: 2144 US Route 9 Ausable Chasm, NY 12911

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Just one of the many ways for you to experience America’s oldest attraction, the earlier you arrive to enjoy these tubing Float Tours the better. A popular destination once New York’s weather warms up, you’ll be required to wear proper footwear (ie. water shoes, sneakers or sandals with heel straps) to go in this natural lazy river.

How to get here: 2144 US Route 9 Ausable Chasm, NY 12911

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