Our Cruises
Fulton Chain of Lakes that provide the picturesque views you’ll enjoy from the deck of the Clearwater, Zilpha or President Harrison. Your cruise will follow the old steamboat route through the lakes of the Fulton Chain. Enjoy the natural beauty of the Adirondacks while your Captain's narration bring the area's colorful history and folklore to life. To order your tickets online, click here
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THE CLEARWATER Experience the seasonal pleasure of the ever changing scenery from our upper or lower deck on the Clearwater. Food and beverages are available from our newly remodeled snack bar. |
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THE MAILBOAT The Mailboat provides an intimate three-hour narrated tour from Old Forge to Fourth Lake....read more |
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THE ZILPHA Old Forge Lake Cruises has a new addition to its fleet of boats on the Fulton Chain of Lakes. In addition to the Clearwater tour boat and The President Harrison mail boat, the company will now operate “Zilpha,” as well...read more |
| Sightseeing Cruises - 2 hrs. You and your family will enjoy the fresh Adirondack air and sparkling clear waters cruising the first four lakes of the Fulton Chain. Experience the seasonal pleasure of the ever changing scenery from our upper or lower deck on the Clearwater. Food and beverages are available from our newly remodeled snack bar. |
Heritage Cruises with Lunch - 2.5 hrs. If you are looking for an intimate lunch and cruise combination, look no further than the Heritage Lunch Cruise. New for the 2009 season you can step aboard the Zilpha which departs Wednesday thru Saturday at 10:30am. Sit back and enjoy the history of the Fulton Chain, while enjoying lunch from our daily menu. Walk ins are accepted – due to limited seating reservation are suggested. |
| Kids’ Cruises - 1 hr.* Your kids will live their Huckleberry Finn fantasies and learn about Adirondack history as they take a turn behind the captain’s wheel as well as having fun at games, face painting and more. Their Junior Captain’s License will remind them of the fun they had. * May add up to 30 minutes, depending on number of Junior Captains |
Mailboat Cruises - 3 hrs. The Mailboat provides an intimate three-hour narrated tour from Old Forge to Fourth Lake. See up close and personal the historic and beautiful homes and camps as the Captain pulls up to the docks to deliver the daily mail. Limited seating for 10 people, advance ticket purchase is recommended....read more |
| Wednesday Cruise to Dinner - 4hrs. Step aboard the Zilpha for our Wednesday cruise to the North Woods Inn for a scrumptious dinner. A mouth watering dessert will be served on the way back. |
Cruise & Rail Package Step back in time to the late 1800’s and take a cruise and ride the Adirondack Scenic Railroad. Enjoy the beauty of the Adirondack mountains in this great package. |




