Parks & Nature Preserves

Because the Adirondacks will always retain a natural element a huge piece of a Lake George Area vacation is experiencing nature.

To breathe in the wild, explore a Lake George Area park or nature preserve.

The Lake George Area, nestled in the southern tier of the Adirondack Mountains and speckled with lakes and forests, is a natural wonder. Visitors and residents flock to the parks and nature preserves in the region to breathe in all that nature has to offer. Spend some time in the park for a family picnic lunch or to exercise off those vacation meals. Find a nature preserve in hopes that youā€™ll come across some wildlife, or goĀ hiking,Ā biking, andĀ birdingĀ on the areaā€™s trails.

A family vacation doesnā€™t need to be all hustle and bustle, and the Lake George Areaā€™s parks and nature preserves are the perfect places for a family to slow down.

Adirondack Guide to Birding

Contains information on birding sites throughout the Adirondacks.

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Amy's Park
Bolton Landing

Amy’s Park

There are four hiking trails for passive recreation, exploration, education and two water access points. The park includes lookout areas where you can view the active beaver pond and its resident wildlife, as well as a view of Lake George. You can hike the perimeter of the Park via the yellow trail to the red trail to the north pond on the blue trail; go south from the blue trail to the orange trail to…

Padanarum Rd
Bolton Landing, NY 12814
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Lake Luzerne

Benjamin C. Butler Pavilion Park

Benjamin C. Butler Pavilion Park is a peaceful, little park next door to Wayside Beach and overlooking Lake Luzerne. The park is in a central location and holds the free summer concert series, the Pug Parade, and other town-wide events. The pavilion is a great spot to relax, and can be rented out for private celebrations. There is also a small swing set on the property.   Cover Photo: Jaynie Ellis

248 Lake Ave
Lake Luzerne, NY 12846
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Berry Pond Preserve
Lake George

Berry Pond Preserve

This 1,436 acre preserve is located in the towns of Lake George, Warrensburg and Lake Luzerne. Well-marked trails range from easy to moderately challenging, and offer views of Lake George’s Narrows section and the lower Adirondack Mountains. The preserve is great for those interested in wildlife. It is home to both an active beaver community and a great blue heron rookery. No dogs allowed.

Transfer Rd
Lake George, NY 12845
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Brant Lake

Brant Lake

A low-key getaway for locals and seasonal residents. Here you’ll find a few different areas to launch a canoe or kayak, as well as some public shoreline to drop a line. Expect trout in the cooler months, while bass season heats up in the summer.

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Thomas Mountain
Bolton Landing

Cat and Thomas Preserve Birding

Enjoy a moderately difficult hike, past beaver ponds and wetlands, with a 270 degree view of Lake George. View American Robins, Broad-winged Hawk, Chickadee, Downy Woodpecker, Ruffed Grouse, Wild Turkey, Blue Jays, Wood Thrush.

Cat and Thomas Preserve
Bolton Landing, NY 12814
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Clendon Brook Preserve
Queensbury

Clendon Brook Preserve

Easy .5 mile nature trail for walking maintained by the Queensbury Land Conservancy. Fishing. NO vehicles, camping or campfires are permitted.

Corinth Rd
Queensbury, NY 12804
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Cole's Woods Trails map
Queensbury

Cole’s Woods Trails

The trails of Cole’s Woods are historic as the first lighted cross-country ski trails in North America opening in December of 1971. The trails continue to play host to several cross-country ski races each year, along with running races and other community events ~ as well as being a favorite recreational area among local community members. There is the lighted 5km Race Loop; the Sri Chinmoy Peace Mile lighted ski trail; lighted and non-lighted ski…

40 Parkview Ave
Queensbury, NY 12804
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Crandall Park
Glens Falls

Crandall Park

One of the best places to relax in the Lake George Area! A new splash pad is coming in 2021! Crandall Park has it all. Play on the playground, softball, soccer fields, brand new basketball, tennis and pickleball courts, and new disc golf course! Take a walk or a hike on the trails, or enjoy a picnic lunch in the sunshine! Take part in an Adirondack tradition by fishing for bass, pickerel, and pan fish…

581-587 Glen Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
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