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! 

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Jaynie Ellis

The 12 Best Towns for Fall Foliage

*Edited by Kyle Frenette - Sep. 4, 2024 **Photos by Kacey O'Brien The Adirondack Park has always been a premier autumn destination. The southern Adirondack Mountains and these 12 towns in the Lake George Area boast an abundance of accessible leaf-peeping opportunities with scenic fall foliage…

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Dock & Dine on Lake George

Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien You’ll work up quite the appetite cruising around the southern end of Lake George and soaking up the summer sun. Luckily, a handful of waterfront restaurants have private boat slips for customers who want to enjoy a quick, casual meal during their boating…

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Firsthand Guide to Letterboxing: Letterbox the Bikeway

Photographs by Jaynie Ellis Get ready for a pedal-powered adventure! Introducing a BRAND-NEW Lake George Area letterboxing challenge – Letterbox the Bikeway! Explore the paved 10-mile, multi-use Warren County Bikeway while searching for 10 letterbox locations of historical significance to the…

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Lake George Area Kayaking Travelogue

Featured Photo by Kacey O'Brien kayaking travelogue [kay·ak·ing trav·el·ogue] noun: a piece of writing about kayaking experiences and places paddled. Point your bow to these recommended lakes, ponds, and rivers. Start or add to your own kayaking travelogue. There is an abundance of freshwater in…

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Celebrating Earth Day in the Lake George Area

Earth Day is a worldwide event that celebrates, promotes, and supports environmental protection efforts. The Lake George Area lies in the southern region of the Adirondack Park with some of the most beautiful outdoor recreation in the world. Here, environmental protection is simply a way of life…

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Summer is Almost Here!

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 into summer, many top attractions, restaurants, and lodging properties are cleaning up, finalizing renovations, and opening their doors for the season. From…

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Snowshoeing 101

Snowshoeing, an activity of the Original Vacation, allows outdoor enthusiasts to explore the snow-covered Adirondack landscape and get a great winter workout in! Just in time for our region's latest snowstorm, here is a list of trail networks to pack down with a pair of snowshoes. Health Benefits…

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Share Your Lake George Area Memories

Vacationing in the Lake George Area? Don’t forget your camera! Use our hashtag – #mylgarea – when sharing your favorite vacation memories on social media. We love to repost your photos on our Lake George Area social media accounts! Connect with us on these social medias: Facebook:…

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