Old Forge, New York is a small town in Herkimer County with a population of around 2,000 people. Despite its small size, it is known as the \"Adirondack Base Camp\" due to its close proximity to the Adirondack Mountains and its numerous outdoor recreational activities. These activities have attracted many visitors from near and far over the years, resulting in Old Forge being ranked among the best places to live in New York State. According to BestPlaces.net, Old Forge currently ranks #4 out of 998 cities for best places to live based on factors such as cost of living, public schools, crime rate, weather and housing market stability. Furthermore, the town has been given an overall livability score of 75/100 - quite impressive for a smaller town! As such, Old Forge is an ideal place for those looking for an affordable yet active lifestyle within close proximity to nature and recreational activities.
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