The Insider Guide

From places to see and things to do, our blogs can assist you in planning your next getaway or help you learn more about the Lake George Area! Look to The Insider Guide for suggested itineraries, firsthand experiences, and much more! 

Fishing Focus: Summer Trout Fishing Amid the Rain

Late summer is not a time of year where many trout anglers are thinking about heading to their favorite stream. Typically, our rivers and streams are at their lowest and warmest in August, and that is when trout are least active, struggling to find cooler water to survive heat that can be fatal to…

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Un-FORE-getable Lake George Area Golf Courses

The Lake George Area is home to eight professionally manicured golf courses and resorts that are a putt above the rest. Nestled in beautiful Adirondack settings, towering pines throw shade onto green fairways where casual golfers can take some swings during a leisurely outing. Even the most…

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Festivals for Foodies - Fall

Attention Foodies: You need to add these festivals to your bucket list! The Lake George Area has an abundance of food festivals taking place throughout the year in which restaurants exhibit their variety of cuisines, while chefs show off their culinary talents and innovative recipes. Sample and shop…

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"Soul Food" Thursdays

Photos by Kacey O'Brien Here's a way to kick the weekend off early, with a Thursday evening jam-packed with entertainment. Grab something good to eat at the Thursday Market & Food Truck Corral, and then head over to the Lawrence Street Tavern for some drinks and blues tunes played by talented…

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Fishing Focus: Lake George Area Waters Teeming With Bass

The third Saturday in June used to be an unofficial holiday for fishermen and women of New York, as it had long been the day that bass season kicks off in the Empire State. But the creation of a catch-and-release season for bass a few years ago made it legal to fish for bass year-round as long as…

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Welcome Spring With These Five Easy Hikes

The Lake George Area is unthawing, and what better way to welcome spring than with these five easy hikes! *Muddy paws welcome – all 5 hikes are dog approved! (Must be leashed.) Spring Hiking Tips: As the snow melts, the ground becomes saturated – be prepared for muddy conditions and spring…

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Solo Traveling to the Lake George Area

Chase your wanderlust. Experience a newfound sense of independence roaming the Adirondack Mountains, and explore the Lake George Area without any expectations. New opportunities are bound to open up when you vacation solo. Hesitant to make the journey on your own? Let us give you some solo traveling…

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10 Fun Things to Do for Father's Day

No one has your back like dad does! Father’s Day is June 16, and what a great time to celebrate in the Lake George Area. With June’s agreeable temps. and bright, blue skies, the region transforms into a bustling summer destination with fun things to do for every kind of dad. Spend some time bonding…

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Booming Colors - Fireworks in the Lake George Area

Events are the reason that many people plan a trip to the Lake George Area, and many of these events end with a spectacular fireworks show. Relive childhood memories and make new ones under a kaleidoscope of colors. Celebrate summer with these amazing fireworks displays: 4th of July The 4 th of July…

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In the Lake George Area, We Brunch

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 change. Mint Start…

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