How it all started

We’re a handful of local volunteers who love where we live…

And we recreate a lot.  Right here.  We ride bikes. Mountain bikes. Road bikes.  Balance bikes.  We paddle.  Flatwater.  Whitewater. Any water.  We hike. And Backpack.  We ski.  We go uphill and downhill, skate-ski, classic-ski.  But it’s more than that; we live here and love the access to all things outdoors where we live.  Our home has so much to offer, from the backcountry to the front-country venues.  So, we got to thinking: why not create an event that brings together some of the best local recreational venues our small but mighty village has to offer into a community celebration of these offerings?  

Our Mission

Over $55,450 raised for the community

Our goals

01

Showcasing Our Community

Saranac Lake 3P showcases the incredible spirit of a community that comes together to support, encourage, and inspire one another. Fueled by dedicated volunteers and enthusiastic participants, the 3P brings people together to challenge themselves, support one another, and have a whole lot of fun along the way.

02

Empowering Youth Culture

SaranacLake3P, Inc. is a locally based 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to bringing our community together. Proceeds from the Saranac Lake 3P support youth-based initiatives, recreation opportunities, and programs that inspire the next generation to get outside, stay creative, and embrace adventure.

03

Forever Wild, Saranac Lake

Experience the beauty and adventure at the heart of the Adirondacks—where vibrant village life meets wild, remote landscapes just minutes away. With endless opportunities to explore, connect, and get outside, Saranac Lake is truly one of the wildest places to live and play in the Northeast.

Donate and Make a Difference

Group of people including kids and adults standing outdoors in front of a house, holding a large ceremonial check for $17,000 made out to Dewey Mountain Kids & Trails, during daytime with sunlight and shadows on the grass
Group of people including kids and adults standing outdoors in front of a house, holding a large ceremonial check for $17,000 made out to Dewey Mountain Kids & Trails, during daytime with sunlight and shadows on the grass

THE 3P is fueled by the people who show up, pitch in, and believe in what we’re building. Every dollar drives the mission and supports our community goals

Your donation matters

Your donation matters

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A group of five cyclists riding on a gravel trail in a wooded area, wearing helmets and colorful outdoor gear, with one cyclist leading and smiling.
A group of five cyclists riding on a gravel trail in a wooded area, wearing helmets and colorful outdoor gear, with one cyclist leading and smiling.
Signposts pointing to Tupper Lake, Saranac Lake, Lake Placid, and nearby routes on a wooden post near a bicycle at a park or outdoor area with trees and a banner in the background.
Signposts pointing to Tupper Lake, Saranac Lake, Lake Placid, and nearby routes on a wooden post near a bicycle at a park or outdoor area with trees and a banner in the background.
A woman carrying a canoe and a paddle, standing near a body of water, with a man wearing a reflective vest in the background, surrounded by trees and autumn foliage.
A woman carrying a canoe and a paddle, standing near a body of water, with a man wearing a reflective vest in the background, surrounded by trees and autumn foliage.