The Wild Center is a brand new (2006) natural history museum focused on the natural world of the Adirondack mountains. The 35,000 square foot museum contains a live otter exhibit, 20 ft. waterfall, aquariums, and other live exhibits. The focus of the indoor exhibits is on the ecology of the Adirondack mountains. There are excellent displays on the forest ecosystem, and the alpine tundra ecology at the top of the highest peaks. There's less on birds and mammals.

The museum grounds include 31 acres of outdoor exhibits and walking trails.

Travel Directions

From the South Take route 30 North to the town of Tupper Lake. At the intersection of routes 3 and 30, stay on route 30 North, Park St. Continue on Park St. for 1.5 miles to Hosley St. Turn right on Hosely St. Museum drive is on the left. From the East From Lake Placid, take NY Route 86 to the town of Saranac Lake. Continue on Route 86 as it turns into NY Route 3. Follow Route 3 for about 19 miles to Tupper Lake. Turn left on Hosley ave. Museum drive is on the left.

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2007-08-15 23:19:41

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