From big game to small game

Get outside, breathe in the brisk autumn air, and enjoy the best of what nature has to offer.

Whatever your game, be it white-tailed deer, black bear, waterfowl, wild turkey, or grouse, Tupper Lake has an abundance of wild game to offer. Located in the heart of one of the largest wild areas in the Northeast, Tupper Lake's deep woods and isolated lakes, ponds, and rivers make it a hunting and trapping paradise. From big game to small, the thrill of the hunt is calling you to the Adirondacks.

Hunting trip?

With thousands of acres of public lands at your disposal for hunting and trapping, we invite you to plan your next hunting trip to the Tupper Lake area. After spending those early morning hours in the woods, retreat back to town for a hearty meal at a local diner or pub, then dream about that next big buck as you turn in for the night at an affordable Adirondack motel or cabin. 

NYS Hunting Licensing Information: 

Begin your next great hunting adventure by picking up your New York State Hunting or Trapping License today. Licenses are available at:

• Fortune's True Value, 66 Main Street, Tupper Lake, NY (518) 359-9471
• Tupper Lake Town Office, 120 Demars Boulevard, Tupper Lake, NY (518) 359-8193
• Online or by phone at 1-866-933-2257

Leave No Trace

The magic of the Adirondacks is the result of previous generations taking a long view and protecting the mountains, lakes, and rivers within the Blue Line. That tradition continues today as we support and encourage everyone to practice Leave No Trace ethics, which help protect the lands and waters of the Adirondacks.

Leave No Trace Seven Principles