Fort Ticonderoga

On the eastern edge of the Adirondacks, east of I-87, is the Champlain Valley, which slopes down from the mountainous terrain to the lake itself. The “must-see” site in this area is Fort Ticonderoga. To reach the town of Ticonderoga, take Route 8 east from I-87 to Route 9N and then drive north into town. The fort was an important military post in the 18th century and known as “the key to a continent” because of its strategic position on the waterway connecting New York and Canada. It was held at different times by France, England and the USA but was abandoned after the Revolution. It was not until the early 20th century that the fort was purchased by a wealthy merchant, which led to its preservation. (518-585-2821)