The Summer of 2020 will be one to remember .....not only for COVID -19 with masks and social distancing, but for the BEST SUMMER WEATHER we have ever had!! 

We are now into the third week of August and the sun seems to always be out, if not the whole day, enough to make the lake enjoyable for everyone.  The water is warm to say the least. There are more paddle boards and kayaks on the lake than we have ever seen...mostly on weekends. 

Due to flying being still a risky endeavor with the airlines for many people, traveling by car, RV, motorcycle is SO popular !! Long Lake has seen one of its best years as the town seems to be packed with cars, but the beaches are well controlled with social distancing and everyone is doing their part to keep safe and keep the virus away from us. Our Hamilton County has had one of the lowest rates of reported Covid-19 cases, less than 10 and everyone wants to keep it that way.

Timber Hill opened June 1 just as restrictions lifted and has special precautions in place for guests this year.  We are very busy up into the Fall and wish you all a happy rest of the Summer.  

TIMBER HILL ON LONG LAKE had a very full and successful schedule in 2019.  We have partnered with HOMEAWAY  now for a couple seasons and have had an abundance of requests, much more than we can handle.  We maintain our devoted long time summer guests in July and August and have been happy to welcome so many new guests coming in the Fall and Spring.  Every year,  there are those who love to be in the mountains for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years also.  

This year is already quite booked up and we appreciate those who can make those advance plans. We have occasional cancellations so if you cannot find an open week, please call and we will put you on our waiting list.  If you book directly with us, you do not pay a booking fee.  If you book through HomeAway or VRBO (we are also showing up there), a booking fee will be added to your reservation.  

Summer started immediately after Winter this year. We went from cold cold cold to very warm and HOT as June approached. We were busy from mid May and the excitement continues. We have seen practically no rain up through this last weekend. We were blessed with rain storms this week but mostly at night so guests were able to enjoy the lake during the day. We added another dock on the lake so guests have more space on the water. The Town of Long Lake seems to add more activities and events to their summer/fall schedule every year. SO come join us. 

Fall bookings are coming in so if you fancy a week or long weekend of hiking, fishing or just peace and quiet after the busy summer, please check our calendar and give us a call or email. 

Our deal of the week, as always, is complementary entrance to the Adirondack Experience!

After several years of warm weather and a sniffling of snow before Christmas, this year is looking different. Maybe the 'La Nina' weather pattern is the reason. Snow has been on the ground for the last week with eight inches right now! The lake is covered in a layer of ice and snow and the morning temperature was 1 degree F.  Timber Hill is booked right through New Year and those lucky guests will have a white Christmas from the look of the extended forecast. Sledding down the long driveway is always fun!

CHECK us out if you are thinking of a mountain get away before we close mid January. Ask for the deal of the week! We will reopen mid May...good fishing weather! 

We have had a very long winter and a very wet Spring and a wet start to the Summer. We all hoped the beginning of June would be warm and sunny. First week was not but here we are on the 7th and the forecast is looking so much better.

Timber Hill is up and running and our first guests were here over the Memorial Day Weekend.

We have an open week from June 10-17. If anyone is flexible and wants a great price for the week, call us! Docks are in, fish are biting and the sun will be out!

We also have the third week of August available, this week is always tricky for families as the children seem to have school sports and activities starting that week. BUT it is a great summer week so spread the word if you know of anyone looking for a splendid time in Long Lake.

Summer is officially here and the temperatures are heading upwards! Days are longer now and everything is green and fresh....maybe too fresh. The Adirondacks and many places in the US have had an abundance of rain this last month. June used to be a month of warming up temperatures and fairly dry conditions. The last few years June has been one rainy month! This year is no exception again. So for the record, I wanted to have this in writing!

We arrived to Long Lake mid May and set up our docks and launched our boat which we tie up at the dock. Our beach is fairly flat with a slight slope. We could easily reach our dock which is about 60 feet or so from our stone wall, no wading required. Within no time, the rains started to fall from the very end of May into June. By the second week on June, after one huge rain event, there was a backup of water in the lake that ended up covering our beach, some 50 feet worth with water up to my waist at our dock ramp! It became a chore and still is...it is June 23rd! and we still have to wade through thigh +  high water to reach the boat. 

The town of Long Lake still does not have access from its dock to shore, and many lake residents have not yet been able to put in their docks. When it rains and the morning is appearing, the steamy site looks like a scene out of Jurassic Park, like a rain forest with mist, and the sound of rain and rushing water coming off the hills into the lake. 

Good news is that Timber Hill is full again this summer with each week presenting its own excitement and adventure for our guests. Guests who just left had to assist with inserting extra 21 foot poles in the dock to secure it with all the high water. Guests who arrived kayaked to retrieve our plastic swim platform and secure it to the Timber Hill dock. The lake is magical no matter what the weather so those who come every year are never surprised to what they may find and experience. 
To those who have not been to our lake, make it a choice and come see what it is ALL about!!

Check out our availability calendar for the fall! 

Winter is upon us once again. Our Christmas holiday guests have left and without more than a few advance bookings, looks like we are closing early again for the winter season. If anyone is looking for a winter weekend, please book with us before Christmas. If we have sufficient interest, we will stay open. 

If a group would like to rent out the entire winter season. Jan 5 - March 5, we will do our best to make it happen. Cross Country Skiers, Snowmobilers, Hikers, the Long Lake area has a multitude of places for enjoyment. 

If you are looking for a summer week, we only have a couple left in August, so check out our availability calendar for dates. We have added some exercise equipment downstairs so everyone can keep in shape, with no excuses if it is raining! 

Keep current with Long Lake at www.mylonglake.com

Exciting winter activities : Polar Bear Plunge was a success again contributing to the Wounded Warrior Project. 
The ADK Museum and The Wild Center offer more open dates in the winter months. 

Columbus Day is here and excitingly enough the weather is warm again. There are still beautiful colors in the Adirondacks! Timber Hill on Long Lake still has room for weekend and week 'get a ways'.  Check out our availability calendar and see if there is room for you!
Unfortunately our dock is out for the season, but there is plenty of sunshine on the shoreline!

TIMBER HILL closed early this winter as the warm..cold…warm…freezing…warm…super freezing weather has made this winter very unpredictable.  Christmas started with a lovely white blanket of snow and everyone thought it was a winter of long ago…when the snow came in November and kept piling up until March.  Well, that just wasn't the case as we have had ups and downs in temperatures ….and the snow seems to have gone south of the Adirondacks... Philadelphia, New Jersey, NYC, and even Atlanta have gotten snow this year as well as the cold temperatures. 

Watch the Long Lake website www.mylonglake.com for wintery fun through the rest of the winter season. The Adirondack Hotel, Cellar and Long Lake Diner are open. Hoss's and the Adirondack Trading Post are open for shopping. The ADK Trading Post has great sandwiches and soups as well as Artisan cheeses. Stop by Ali Baba's for some wine.

See you all for an update in the SPRING! 

Picked off the ground this morning, the seasons are changing again. 

What was once "Spring Green" has changed to mature shades of summer greens and now slowly NATURE works its magic again.  The colors of Autumn are starting and what could be nicer than to enjoy its beauty on Long Lake. 

COME and STAY with us for a few days to enjoy the splendor of nature.  The views from the deck are awesome, the smell of the wood stove ...cosy, and perhaps a soak in the hot tub....oh so relaxing. Please check our availability calendar, send us an email and we'll make your visit one to remember.