Welcome to the Lake George Area
“The Original Vacation”
Discover the birthplace of the American vacation! The destination that started it all, the Lake George Area in New York’s Adirondacks!
Plan Your Visit
The Cherry On Top Of Any Vacation Festivals, Fireworks & Free Events
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?
Upcoming Events
A Century of Sembrich
- The Sembrich
- Jul 27, 2024 - Aug 31, 2024
Chocolate Making Experience
- Barkeater Chocolates
- Jul 27, 2024 - Aug 24, 2024
Courthouse Gallery - "Through the Summer Garden"
- Lake George Arts Project
- Jul 27, 2024 - Aug 11, 2024
Glens Falls Dragons Baseball Home Games
- East Field
- Jul 27, 2024 - Jul 28, 2024
This is the lake life you’ve been dreaming of
The Lake George Area is a water-lovers oasis. With numerous lakes and hundreds of miles streams and rivers, it’s no surprise that getting…
Restaurants
Sampling your way through the restaurants of the Lake George Area is an appetizing way to spend a vacation.
Places To Stay
In the Lake George Area, there’s always a property that will exceed your expectations.
Recreation
Natural beauty sets the stage for a Lake George Area vacation. Fun and recreation are always mere minutes away.
10 Unique Experiences
From the tallest treetops to whitecapped waves, you’ll find adventure almost anywhere in the Lake George Area. We’ve compiled 10 unique experiences you can have right here in our region anytime between the late spring and early fall.
Adirondack Theatre Festival 30th Anniversary Season
Broadway and television veterans will unite with local talent to bring new and original productions to life.
The Insider Guide
Outdoors
Whitewater Wonders: River Rafting Fun in the Lake George Area
- 8 min read
Two of the most popular rivers in the Northeast – the Hudson and Sacandaga Rivers – are right here in the Lake George…
Lake George Area Kayaking Travelogue
- 16 min read
Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien kayaking travelogue [kay·ak·ing trav·el·ogue] noun: a piece of writing about…
Celebrating Earth Day in the Lake George Area
- 7 min read
Earth Day is a worldwide event that celebrates, promotes, and supports environmental protection efforts. The Lake George Area lies in…
Family Fun
Whitewater Wonders: River Rafting Fun in the Lake George Area
- 8 min read
Two of the most popular rivers in the Northeast – the Hudson and Sacandaga Rivers – are right here in the Lake George…
Exploring Outside the Track: Family Fun in the Lake George Area
- 4 min read
The Belmont Stakes are coming to nearby Saratoga Springs, and lots of people are eagerly making their way to the tracks. However, maybe…
Celebrating Earth Day in the Lake George Area
- 7 min read
Earth Day is a worldwide event that celebrates, promotes, and supports environmental protection efforts. The Lake George Area lies in…
Culture
Creating the Perfect Date Night in the Lake George Area
- 6 min read
There’s a reason why love always seems to be in the air in the Lake George Area. With an embracing atmosphere packed with…
Local Holiday Shopping in the Lake George Area
- 7 min read
The holiday season is in full swing! In celebration of the most wonderful time of the year, Lake George Area businesses are slashing…
"Soul Food" Thursdays
- 5 min read
Photos by Kacey O'Brien Here's a way to kick the weekend off early, with a Thursday evening jam-packed with entertainment…
Seasonal
A First-Timer’s Guide to the Lake George Area
- 12 min read
The Lake George Area, located in the southern Adirondacks. Often dubbed “The Original Vacation,” this upstate New York…
The Farmers Market Experience: The Freshest Finds Around
- 5 min read
*Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien It’s nearing that time of year when a majority of produce and greenery is at the perfect…
Summer is Almost Here!
- 6 min read
Opening Dates in the Lake George Area The sun is shining and the water is warming up here in the Lake George Area. As the spring turns…