The charming Village of Croghan is located in the Towns of Croghan and New Bremen. The area was first settled by members of the Oneida tribe of the Iroquois Nation. Immigrants from Switzerland, Germany and France settled here and in 1841 named our town after George Croghan, a hero in the War of 1812. The Village of Croghan was incorporated in 1906. Much of the early industry was centered on the forests and the Beaver River. Logs were sent down the river to the sawmills powered by the river. The present Croghan Island Mill Lumber Company has been in operation for more than 150 years.
If you're looking for something to do, the Croghan Recreation Park has it all- a ball field, basketball courts, a swimming hole, an ice rink/pavilion, and a playground! Located just off of downtown Croghan, this Park has all of the tools to provide a day of fun for all ages!
Need some coffee after spending your energy at the Park? Head to Moving Mountains Café on Route 812 for caffeine and covetable baked goods! While you're on Route 812, head over to Beaver River Central School. Known for their incredible Alumni Park and superior cross-country team, the school brings together a large area with Beaver Pride! After immersing yourself in the Beaver Dam, check out The Brick Oven Inn for some fresh, homemade quality pizza and calzones!
Wanting some true Adirondack-style outdoor recreation? Eastern Lewis County has that too! Home to Balsam Creek State Forest, Beartown State Forest, Frank E. Jadwin Memorial State Forest, and Indian Pipe State Forest, Eagle Canyon, the Beaver River, the Black River, High Falls Pond, Belfort Pond, Taylorville Pond, Elmer Falls Pond, Effley Falls Pond, Snider Pond, Long Pond, Round Pond, Francis Lake, and Soft Maple Reservoir, you can hike, paddle, hunt, fish, or ATV your way through Eastern Lewis County. Learn more about recreation in the Beaver River Valley by connecting with Adirondacks Tug Hill!