March 1, 2026 ∙ Avalanche Pass is a NE backcountry classic in the Adirondacks. From Marcy Dam, through the Pass to Avalanche Lake, and Lake Colden. Once you ski out of the woods, the scenery is breathtaking. Surrounded by tall walls of granite and ice, you can cross the frozen lakes on skis. A paradise for climbers and skiers... (cont'd)