Sagamore Engineering History Hike
Trace the off-grid systems that powered historic Sagamore
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Duration
5.5 hours
Includes
Guided hike, Lunch
Highlights
Explore Sagamore’s natural history through the engineering systems that brought modern comforts to a remote wilderness setting. See how water, fuel, and power systems shaped life at the camp.
- Explore Sagamore’s grounds and surrounding woodland sites
- Trace spring houses, cisterns, waterways, and a hydro-electric power plant
- Discover systems for central heating, running water, gas lamps, and electricity
- Consider the vision and labor behind maintaining these remote engineering feats
What's Included
- Lunch in the historic dining hall
Important details
- Arrive early to allow time for the unpaved road, parking, and check-in
- Follow signs for “Tours” at the fork on Sagamore Road
- Requires approximately 4.5 miles of hiking through state forests
- Requires no mobility concerns and prior experience walking through the woods
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations more than 24 hours before the scheduled event. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
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FAQs
Lunch is served in the historic dining hall from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
Meeting details
Gift Shop, 1105 Sagamore Road, Raquette Lake, NY 13436
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