McCauley Mountain

Old-school town hill in New York’s snowmobile capital.

A town-owned hill above Old Forge with 633 feet of vertical, bumps, glades and easy trails from the summit with views toward the High Peaks. Lift lines are short and tickets cheap. Pair it with snowmobiling on the Old Forge trail system, which draws riders from all over the Northeast.

The mountain

Vertical drop

633 ft

Summit

2,200 ft

Skiable terrain

70 acres

Trails

21

Lifts

5

Average snowfall

281″ a year

Longest run

1 mi

Snowmaking

65% of terrain

Terrain mix

• Beginner 26%
• Intermediate 44%
• Advanced 30%

What’s here besides skiing

• Kids programs
• Cross-country
• Snowmobiling
• Snowshoeing

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasNov 27–29

  ADK Christmas on Main Street

  Old Forge’s holiday weekend: a lighted parade and tree lighting Friday, a Reindeer Run, breakfast with Santa, wagon rides and Christmas movies.

• New Year’sDec 31, 11 am–1 pm

  New Year’s Eve Glow Party

  A family “noon year” at the Old Forge Fire Department with a DJ, sparkling juice toast and a ball and balloon drop at noon.

• FestivalDec 11–12

  Snodeo

  Kickoff of snowmobile season with the newest sleds, demos, vendors and entertainment.

• EventFeb 20–21

  Adirondack Ice Bowl

  Outdoor pond hockey tournament at Eagle Bay on Fourth Lake.

• FestivalMar 5–6

  Snofest

  End-of-season snowmobile show with new-model previews and freestyle jumpers.

Where to stay

• lodgeAdirondack Lodge Old Forge

  Budget-friendly motel-style lodge in Old Forge.

  5 min drive
• hotelWater’s Edge Inn

  The biggest hotel in Old Forge, on Old Forge Pond near the center of town.

  5 min drive
• hotelThe Forge Motel

  Large, central motel on Main Street, an easy walk to restaurants and the snowmobile trails.

  5 min drive
• cabinBig Moose Lakeside

  Lakeside cabins on Big Moose Lake, north of Eagle Bay.

  25 min drive

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Adirondack Mountain Sports snowmobile rentals · 5 min drive

  Rent a sled in Old Forge and ride straight onto the Town of Webb trail network. You need a trail permit.

• Old Forge snowmobile trails · In town

  The Webb and Inlet trail system links to hundreds of miles across the central Adirondacks; trails open in early December, conditions permitting.

• McCauley cross-country trails · At the base

  Nordic trails at the mountain, with their own trail map.

• View arts center · 5 min drive

  Old Forge’s arts center, with galleries, classes and performances.

• Old Forge Hardware · 5 min drive

  A sprawling, century-old general store with books, gear and Adirondack everything.

• Fulton Chain Craft Brewery · 5 min drive

  Local brewery and taproom in Old Forge. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Après and nightlife

• Slickers

  Longtime Old Forge tavern with pub food; closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

• Back Door Bar

  Busy Main Street bar behind the Front Door Diner, serving food until 9.

• Fulton Chain Craft Brewery

  Local pints after the lifts close.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Syracuse Hancock International (SYR) · about 1 hr 50 min drive
• Albany · about 2.25 hr
• New York City · about 5 hr

Directions in Google Maps