Cochran's Cabins
Most Scenic in the East
Boating on, around & from Kiwassa Lake
Saranac Chain of Lakes
From Cochran's 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 and go through New York State lock systems into the Adirondack State Preserve.
From Cochran's 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 and go through New York State lock systems 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. Types of boats offered for rental include the following:
Boat rentals may be available during your stay but it is best to reserve early as we cannot guarantee availability. Types of boats offered for rental include the following:
- - Single recreational kayaks & double kayaks
- - Canoes
- - Rowboat without motor, with 8hp motor or with 20hp motor
Canoe Trips
The Adirondack Mountain region 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.
Get Outdoors!
Local Starter Hike
There are 46 High Peaks in the Adirondack Mountain region with many experienced hikers earning the designation of an "Adirondack 46er". If you're looking for a simpler, local hike, Mt. Baker may be a good start depending on your physical condition. Approximately 1 mile up and 1 mile down, the base is minutes from the cabins and the summit offers views of the Village of Saranac Lake.
Mt. Baker Hike - click here for details
There are 46 High Peaks in the Adirondack Mountain region with many experienced hikers earning the designation of an "Adirondack 46er". If you're looking for a simpler, local hike, Mt. Baker may be a good start depending on your physical condition. Approximately 1 mile up and 1 mile down, the base is minutes from the cabins and the summit offers views of the Village of Saranac Lake.
Mt. Baker Hike - click here for details
Fishing
From and on Kiwassa Lake, fish for Northern pike, trout, bass, perch, whitefish and panfish. Whether you prefer fishing the 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 also held its Great Outdoor Games Bass Fishing Tournament on the Saranac Chain of Lakes!
Click here to view an ice fishing
video filmed by PBS on Kiwassa Lake
Fishing Map: Click Here
From and on Kiwassa Lake, fish for Northern pike, trout, bass, perch, whitefish and panfish. Whether you prefer fishing the 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 also held its Great Outdoor Games Bass Fishing Tournament on the Saranac Chain of Lakes!
Click here to view an ice fishing
video filmed by PBS on Kiwassa Lake
Fishing Map: Click Here
Bird Watching
The Adirondacks is a destination for birders regardless of the season. Click here for a photo gallery of photos taken on or near Kiwassa Lake & its surrounding waterways.
Photo credits for most of the bird photos on this website go to Myndy Woodruff.
The Adirondacks is a destination for birders regardless of the season. Click here for a photo gallery of photos taken on or near Kiwassa Lake & its surrounding waterways.
Photo credits for most of the bird photos on this website go to Myndy Woodruff.
Off-Site Activities for Kids
Adirondack Carousel
Located in downtown Saranac Lake, this unique attraction is a testament to the small town atmosphere. Built with donations and on the backs of volunteers, riders can choose from 18 Adirondack wildlife figures and an all-accessible Chris Craft style chariot. Photo above by Larry Asam Photography, www.LarryAsam.com
Click here - details and hours of operation
Located in downtown Saranac Lake, this unique attraction is a testament to the small town atmosphere. Built with donations and on the backs of volunteers, riders can choose from 18 Adirondack wildlife figures and an all-accessible Chris Craft style chariot. Photo above by Larry Asam Photography, www.LarryAsam.com
Click here - details and hours of operation
Children's Story Hour
Both the Saranac Lake and Lake Placid public libraries have children's story time as well as the Bookstore Plus in Lake Placid. Stories often include poems, stories and holiday themes and sometimes an Adirondack story or guest appearance occurs.
Check details - Lake Placid Library,
Saranac Lake Library, Bookstore Plus
Both the Saranac Lake and Lake Placid public libraries have children's story time as well as the Bookstore Plus in Lake Placid. Stories often include poems, stories and holiday themes and sometimes an Adirondack story or guest appearance occurs.
Check details - Lake Placid Library,
Saranac Lake Library, Bookstore Plus
Created with children in mind, The Wild Center is an Adirondack experience that you won't want to miss. From the hands-on exhibits that play music, make clouds, blow snow or mimic a walk on a bog to the live animals and activity center, the Center invites explorers. There are secret exhibits only children will see.
Click here - details and exhibit information
Local Attractions
Adirondack Museum
Located in Blue Mountain Lake, about an hour and a half from our property, the Adirondack Museum has activities and exhibits for all ages.
Click here - details and hours of operation
Located in Blue Mountain Lake, about an hour and a half from our property, the Adirondack Museum has activities and exhibits for all ages.
Click here - details and hours of operation
Whiteface Mountain & Chair Lift
Whiteface Mountain offers a ski mountain in the winter as well as a gondola ride in other seasons, as weather permits. On the other side of the mountain, take a drive up the mountain up Memorial Highway where you'll be able to drive up to a castle at the summit.
Check details - gondola ride, Memorial Highway, Skiing, etc
Whiteface Mountain offers a ski mountain in the winter as well as a gondola ride in other seasons, as weather permits. On the other side of the mountain, take a drive up the mountain up Memorial Highway where you'll be able to drive up to a castle at the summit.
Check details - gondola ride, Memorial Highway, Skiing, etc
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 host of an Ironman competition on an annual basis. For a complete guide of local events, visit our local Chamber of Commerce Websites at Saranac Lake or Lake Placid.