Lake George Area Blog

There’s no such thing as a boring stay in the Lake George Area. Festivals, fireworks, free events – there’s always an event to attend and celebrate.  An amazing event can be the cherry on top of any vacation.  Which one will you drop in on?

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group camping on an island in Lake George

Celebrating Good Times in the Lake George Area

Spring and early summer bring graduation ceremonies, weddings, family reunions, and summer kick-off parties. Refrigerators become a patchwork of invitations and save-the-dates. When it’s your turn to host, what will you do? May We Suggest Something on the Lake? Or Amid the Twinkling Lights of Downtown? The beauty of events…

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Adirondack Cabins Perfect for those Cold Winter Nights

Written by Paul Tackett There’s something magical about a wintertime visit to the Lake George Area. The forests and mountains are covered in a fresh layer of snow, making every experience like that from a Norman Rockwell scene. The light, fluffy flakes continue their mesmerizing descent, inviting visitors to strap…

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Three Lakes Ride Report

Written by Joanne Conley I was looking for a ride with peaceful country back roads and beautiful views to share with friends. That’s exactly what I found on the Three Lakes Ride that begins in Brant Lake. I had ridden this route before and knew it would be a bit…

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Double H Ranch

The 12 Best Towns for a Winter Escape

Written by Paul Tackett If heading to the great outdoors is the escape plan, you can’t do any better than these 12 towns for a winter getaway: 1. North Creek This vibrant, yet hidden, Adirondack town is at the base of soaring Gore Mountain. Unpack at Garnet Hill Lodge or…

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Crane Mountain

A Winter Walk: Crane Mountain

Written by Joanne Conley Tucked away on Ski Hi Road in the Town of Johnsburg is a short but rather rocky and challenging hike to Crane Mountain. With an elevation of 3,241′, Crane is one of the more challenging hikes in the Lake George Area. Ours was the first car…

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View from the Pinnacle

It’s Time to Plan Your Family Vacation

Written by Gillian Burdett It’s been a long winter, and if you spent the past few months dreaming of summer vacation, you are not alone. Early spring is when most people begin planning their escape, the sorely needed getaway to renew the spirit and refresh the soul. Before you jump…

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In the Lake George Area, We Brunch

Written by Jaynie Ellis Photos by Kacey O’Brien Gather your weekend brunch crew for a delicious mid-morning meal. Sip on mimosas while browsing the menus at these Lake George Area restaurants that offer brunch on a regular basis. Finally settle the debate – pancakes or waffles? *Menus are subject to…

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The Gift of Winter

Written by Gillian Burdette   Winter transforms the mountains, valleys and lakes into a glittering wonderland of powdery snow, brisk air and bright blue skies. The area becomes a play land for winter sports enthusiasts. With top-rated centers for alpine and Nordic skiing, an extensive network of snowmobile trails and…

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Hiking Highlight - Amy's Park

Hiking Highlight – Amy’s Park

Written by Eric Pfau Despite a light rain and thick cloud cover, I decided to drive to Bolton Landing to explore Amy’s Park. This short trail maintained by the Lake George Land Conservancy is located next to the Godwin Preserve, making the area a compound of hiking goodness. I pulled off on the side…

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