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Sagamore's iconic Main Lodge, built in 1897
View of the private Sagamore Lake from our historic Dining Hall
One of our lodging spaces. Staff are provided free meals and housing in a private room
Sagamore provides canoes and kayaks for guests and staff to use on our tranquil, private lake.
The lounge of the Main Lodge, an excellent gathering space for games, reading, and a crackling fire

Live, work, and play at a National Historic Landmark in the heart of the Adirondacks!

Sagamore Institute of the Adirondacks

Currently recruiting for the season from May 15th, 2026 to October 21st, 2026.

Sagamore Institute of the Adirondacks is a private, not-for-profit organization that combines historic preservation and immersive education at "Great Camp Sagamore." Visitors come for historic tours, overnight programs, and family events. Staff and guests stay in our iconic buildings, eat in the historic dining hall, and lead programs that connect people to history and nature.

Great Camp Sagamore is an authentic 1897 National Historic Landmark set in the heart of the Adirondack Forest Preserve. It is in Raquette Lake, NY located within 100,000 acres of forest preserve land to explore and enjoy.

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