Adirondack Lakes
The Adirondack Mountains offers 689 lakes and ponds. Cochran's Cabins is located on Kiwassa Lake, which has access to the Saranac Lake Chain. Learn more about the Adirondack Lakes.

Boating
From the Adirondack cabins, you are able to travel from Kiwassa Lake, by boat, to the Village of Saranac Lake, via the Saranac Lake Chain of Lakes. The popular Adirondack route from Kiwassa Lake takes you through Oseetah Lake into the Village of Saranac Lake where the Saranac River begins. You may also enjoy a waterway trip 40 miles through scenic Adirondack lakes, ponds, rivers & streams, & go through State locks into the Adirondack State Preserve.

On-Site Boat Rentals
Boat rentals may be available during your stay but it is best to reserve early as we cannot guarantee availability.

Single recreational kayaks
Double kayaks 
Canoes and rowboats 
Pedal boat 
Rowboat with 8hp motor 
Rowboat with 20hp motor 

Canoe Trips
After, during or apart from your stay at Cochran's Adirondack Cabins, take a canoe/camping trip. Park your car at Cochran's who will then drop you off with your gear, including canoe/kayak, at Lower or Middle Saranac Lake where camping is available on an Adirondack island. Learn more.

Fishing
From and on Kiwassa Lake, fish for Northern Pike, bass, perch, northern pike, whitefish and panfish. Whether you prefer fishing on the cool waters of summer or the sub-zero ice that has formed mid-winter, Kiwassa Lake offers some of the best fishing in the Adirondacks. ESPN has even held its Great Outdoor Games Bass Fishing Tournament on the Saranac Chain of Lakes!

Attractions
Not far away are the Adirondack Mountain attractions such as Whiteface Mountain & chairlift, the North Pole, Great Escape Adventure Park, Ausable Chasm, Adirondack Museum, the Olympic Center & the Lake Placid Village, Six Nations Indian Museum, & the N.Y. State Fish Hatchery.

Local Events
There are a multitude of local events regardless of the time of year you visit. Saranac Lake hosts multiple annual events with two popular ones being the Annual Can-Am Rugby Tournament and the Winter Carnival.  Lake Placid was the site of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics and is currently the hose of the Ironman competition on an annual basis. For a complete guide of local events, learn more here or visit our local Chamber of Commerce Websites  at Saranac Lake or Lake Placid.

Local Dining
The Adirondack region offers a vast array of restaurants for to suit your needs. The restaurant choice run the full gamut from gourmet take-out, fine dining, pub food, etc. Learn more about our recommendations.

Hiking
There are 46 peaks to climb in the Adirondacks! Why not start earn your designation as an Adirondack 46er after tackling all 46? Some peaks are easier than others with a mile up and mile down. Others require more effort and skill.  Learn more.

Wildlife
The Adirondacks is home to deer, raccoon, squirrels, hawks, loons, etc. Bring your binoculars and your camera - the wildlife is amazing.

Day trips
By car you can travel in and around the Adirondacks as well as into Vermont and Montreal. Some of our favorites include Ben & Jerry's factory (VT), the Memorial Highway (Lake Placid / Ausable) and Saratoga Springs.

Spa
Lake Placid has one of the best spas in the country! Rest, relax and rejuvenate in their luxury facilities with jacuzzi, eucalyptus sauna and spa services. Learn more.