Donnelly's Ice Cream

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1564 State Route 86
Saranac Lake, NY 12983

Donnelly's Ice Cream in Saranac Lake, NY is a charming, family-run ice cream stand that has been a local favorite since 1953. This tiny, cash-only establishment operates only during the summer season, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, offering a unique experience with one flavor combination served per day.

The fourth generation of the same family continues the tradition of serving high-quality, creamy ice cream that has kept generations of customers coming back year after year. The cozy interior, with space for only a handful of people at a time, exudes a nostalgic ambiance, complemented by the stunning view of Whiteface Mountain visible from the small red benches outside.

With a focus on simplicity and tradition, Donnelly's Ice Cream prides itself on its signature "sweet creamy moo" and the daily twist with vanilla flavor. From twist cones to milkshakes and pints, this iconic ice cream stand also offers a selection of dairy products from renowned brands like Hood, Cabot, Heluva Good, and Crowley, making it a must-visit destination in Saranac Lake.

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Steve A.
6/21/2025

Donnelly's Soft Serve is easily one of the most unique ice cream stands I've ever been to -- and totally worth the detour if you're anywhere near Saranac Lake. We made the short drive up from...

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Deb B.
7/24/2025

So glad to have been tipped off about this place by a local! Hugely popular but tiny ice cream place where they only have one machine. As a result, every day is a different flavor. Today's was a...

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Ashok J.
8/31/2025

Soft serve is the reason for so many cars that go in and out of the parking lot. They have rotating flavors and we had the chocolate with peanut butter swirl. It takes almost $5 for a standard...

Stacey T.
8/8/2025

You can never go wrong here! Everyday is a different flavor twisted with Vanilla. You may have to wait in a long line but it's definitely worth it.

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Gordon C.
7/13/2024

Most of the appeal is the experience: you line up with dozens of others, next to roped milk cans, in a quick moving line towards a tiny shop. You don't choose anything except the size -- baby,...

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