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! 

Author
Eric Pfau

Eric Pfau spent over four years as a Communications Specialist for Warren County Tourism, where he shared the beauty and his love of Lake George through engaging articles, social media, and ad campaigns. A natural storyteller, Eric helped connect people to the magic of Warren County with his creative and thoughtful content. His passion for inspiring unforgettable travel experiences shines through in his writing.

Vacation in Luxury in the Lake George Area

Written by Eric Pfau As upscale as it gets... The Lake George Area is the perfect place to enjoy a vacation in absolute luxury. Upscale lodging, fine dining, and private outings on the water are how thousands of people choose to spend their summer vacation. Upscale hotels and resorts... There's…

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Brant Lake Bonanaza: the Brant Lake Winter Carnival

My fiancé and I wanted to experience an event we had never attended, so we chose the Brant Lake Winter Carnival. When we rounded a bend on Route 8 and saw the long stretch of cars lining the shoulder near Jimbo’s Club on the Point, we knew it was going to be a great afternoon. Jimbo’s Club on the…

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The 5 Best Spots to Swim in Lake George

Visitors headed to Lake George often wonder: “Is it safe to swim in the lake?” . The answer is a resounding, yes! Lake George is one of the cleanest, clearest, and most beautiful lakes in the country with 32 miles of wide bays, wooded islands, and quiet coves. Thousands of people spend entire…

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Hiking Highlight - Amy's Park

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 of Trout Falls Road…

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Hiking Highlight - Potash Mountain

New trails aren’t common in the Adirondacks, so exploring a newer one is a fun experience. The Potash Mountain Hiking Trail is one of these rare, relatively new trails. The bald southern face of Potash is a common sight in Lake Luzerne, but the state-owned summit was landlocked until recently…

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Hiking Highlight - Godwin Preserve

Not every hike in the Lake George Area offers a stunning view of Lake George. That’s okay. There’s a collection of trails throughout the region that bring adventurers to vistas highlighting other aspects of the Adirondacks. One of these trails is the Godwin Preserve, a Lake George Land Conservancy…

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America's Pastime: the Glens Falls Dragons

Baseball is America’s pastime. The combination of summer heat, a juicy hotdog, an ice cold soda or beer, and the sound of a bat hitting a baseball are the ingredients of many an American summer. Baseball fans visiting the Lake George Area can incorporate this beloved game into any summer vacation…

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Hiking Highlight - Berry Pond Preserve

There are dozens of hiking trails in the Lake George Area. They’re scattered around the towns and villages of the region, trailheads peeking out from roadsides like hitchhikers, waiting for adventurers to drive by and discover them. The Berry Pond Preserve is one of these hidden trailheads. The…

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Silent Solitude: Lake George Island Camping

Camping on a Lake George island is an escape to pure, silent solitude. It's a central pillar of the Original Vacation, when adventurous travelers spent warm days fishing creeks and hiking trails and slept clear nights underneath the shimmering stars. Today, campers in the Lake George…

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Hiking Highlight - Hudson Pointe Nature Preserve

The Hudson River, which originates in the Adirondacks from Lake Tear of the Clouds and flows into the Atlantic Ocean, runs through the Lake George Area’s backyard. The mighty Hudson is a recreational centerpiece of the region, with paddlers, rafters, and hikers benefiting from her waters. People can…

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