For those looking to get away this fall, there are plenty of options for great small rural communities to visit in New York State. Heading into the the Adirondacks, one amazing little treasure is the town of Inlet. The population? Under 400 people. The charm? Out of this world. It’s the perfect place for a getaway, and it might just be the best small town in the Adirondacks. To learn more, keep reading, below.

The town of Inlet was developed to cater to the sportsmen of the area, and has been a major center for Adirondack tourism for over a century. It is surrounded by over a million acres of land, all within the Adirondack Park.
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Start your day off in Inlet right with a trip to Mary’s White Pine Bakery. They serve up house-made donuts, frycakes, pastries and more. They are open from May into October.
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After filling up with coffee and treats, visitors should make their way to the Cascade Lake Loop and Trails for an amazing hike. It even has a waterfall! The entire loop will run six miles, but hikers can also do a shorter out-and-back trail.
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For lunch, stop by Tamarack Cafe. They serve great lunches until 3 p.m. in the summer, or 2 p.m. during the rest of the year. Don’t forget to try some of their house-made Tamarack sap hot sauce on your meal. The cafe recommends it on home fries, eggs, french fries and wraps.
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Want a little desert? Northern Lights Creamery is a highly-rated ice cream shop in town. Pop in for a mouthwatering ice cream or gelato. Visitors can eat any which way they like it—in a dish, cone or sundae.
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Afternoon means time to head over to Moose River Farm in nearby Old Forge and do a llama trek. It's year-round fun that the whole family can enjoy. Once you have interacted with a sweet, adorable llama, you will never be the same again.
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When it’s time to call it a night, Woods Inn is a great option. The rustic hotel features a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a whole lot more.
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For a fun trip, no matter what the season, head to Inlet, New York. While in the area, why not check out Blue Line Coffee House, which might just be the most charming coffee house in all of the Adirondacks. For those looking for help putting together the ultimate packing list for a vacation, we made this helpful guide.

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