Fall Into Autumn Adventures
*Updated for the 2023 Season*
Check out some of most popular fall activities and things to do in St. Lawrence County.
Request a guide or map and start planning your fall itineraries.
Mt. Arab is a great hike for families and those looking to enjoy some amazing views after a very short hike. The short trail is great for hikers with kids and pets, though it can be steep at times.



Applewood Orchards offers a variety of activities for all age groups. Enjoy picking quality grown local fruit, explore the corn maze, pick a pumpkin from an extensive pumpkin patch, explore the playground, or host a work or family event. Not to mention the Apple Barn Market which features lunch and dinner items, baked goods, ice cream, cotton candy, jams, jellies and other unique country foods.




From August 24th, 2023 through September 2nd, 2023, the North Country Arts Festival brings the North Country community together to celebrate the arts. This 10-day, county-wide event encourages tourism and economic activity throughout St. Lawrence County by showcasing our arts industry, a critical component of our regional identity.
The Remington Museum hosts an annual haunted house event every October. This year, on Friday October 20th, 2023 and Saturday October 21st, 2023, ghosts and apparitions will take over the museum for two nights of scary adventure and fun!



St. Lawrence County is on the flyway for many migratory species, as well as having great locations for Boreal species. With so many wild areas and wide open fields, the area is a birder’s ideal vacation. Many of the local bed and breakfasts also cater to the birds with feeders in the yards attracting all types of song birds.



Visit the North Country Children's Museum for a day of fun with the whole family. Build and balance in the Construction Zone or run the store in the Kids Co-Op and Bakery. Explore the Raquette River in the Adirondack Water Play exhibit or light up your mind with a STEAM Power everbright art wall. The Playspace is especially designed for crawlers, toddlers and preschoolers, gets little ones moving with sensory and imaginative play.



Barn Quilts are a unique North Country expression of tradition, character, and heritage. Spend an afternoon cruising the scapes to spot these beautiful handmade creations. A detailed barn quilt trail map is available to help you plan your route & see the sights.



From the foothills of the Adirondacks to the St. Lawrence River, the County offers fishing opportunities for everyone. Hundreds of rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and streams offer peaceful surroundings, a variety of species, strong fish populations, and good public access. Tournaments are held throughout the year including some cool ice fishing derbies.



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Fall is a beautiful time of year to golf in St. Lawrence County. Our outdoor courses offer scenic foliage (including our mini golf courses) and when the leaves start to fall and the weather gets crisp, the indoor golf simulators will keep you in the swing of things!



From the foothills of the Adirondacks to the St. Lawrence River, the County offers fishing opportunities for everyone. Hundreds of rivers, lakes, reservoirs, and streams offer peaceful surroundings, a variety of species, strong fish populations, and good public access. Tournaments are held throughout the year including some cool ice fishing derbies.



Pickens Hall & General Store is a great place to shop for local gifts and goodies with a North Country flare. Discover locally made amish goods and wares along with freshly made chocolates and treats (made right on site at Pickens), plus a range of artisan goods. The third floor Opera House is also worth a tour if you've got the time whilst shopping.



The Nicandri Nature Center offers indoor exhibits on habitats found in the north country region, including large scale exhibit tanks with native fish and turtles. The exhibits are designed to be hands-on, fun, and educational for all ages. The center also connects to a 6 mile trail system that offers scenic hikes year round and groomed cross country ski trails in winter.



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