Clarkson University is an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts!

Students can engage in diverse outdoor activities thanks to our superb location at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains.

Discover the wonders in your backyard as a Clarkson student in our quintessential college town - a hub for world-class hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, bass fishing, Olympic skiing and more.

• The Adirondack Park, an internationally renowned biosphere region and the largest publicly protected area in the continental U.S., awaits your exploration.
• Our 640-acre wooded and waterfront campus on the Raquette River offer outdoor recreation steps from your door.
• Explore further details about our surrounding area and discover how Clarkson can fulfill your outdoor interests.