Clinton County is located in the Champlain Valley of New York State, on the western shore of Lake Champlain. The western portion of Clinton County lies against the foothills of the majestic Adirondack Mountains.
This location affords the perfect venue for easy access to the recreational activities of Lake Champlain, including:
Visit the Lake Champlain website.
The High Peaks of the Adirondack Mountains, a short drive away, offer access to:
Visit the Adirondacks Website.
There are also a large number of competitive and recreational athletic events such as road and bike races and triathalons seasonally. For instance, Lake Placid annually hosts one of only five IronMan triathalon events in the continental U.S. In addition, over 1,500 anglers and coanglers come to Plattsburgh each year to compete in numerous bass tournaments on Lake Champlain. Visit the Lake Placid Website.