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! 

Murals, Mosaics, and More

*Updated January 2, 2025. The beauty of our area is that it inspires so many to create, and we are proud to support our local artists. If you’re traveling to the Lake George Area, you might notice that art is popping up in some of the most unexpected places. Glens Falls Arts Trail Follow the…

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Live Music in the Lake George Area

Free Weekly Summer Concert Series Wherever you go in the Lake George Area, on warm summer nights you’re likely to find live music emanating from one end of the region to the other. Pack your lawn chairs, a snack, and join friends and family for a live musical experience to be enjoyed by all! Here…

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Top 5 Summer Weekend Activities in the Lake George Area

*Updated July 29, 2024 The Perfect Weekend Getaway! Sometimes a short getaway is exactly what the family needs. The Lake George Area is the perfect destination for a weekend escape! Whether your family loves the water and being outdoors, or indoor activities and staying cool, there’s no shortage…

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Your Guide to Bolton Landing

Bolton Landing is just 10 miles north of Lake George Village and has a rich history of being an upscale vacation paradise. The Sagamore stands tall as one of the most elegant resorts on Lake George, and the mansions along Millionaires' Row add to the prestige of the area. Beyond these highly…

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You've Gotta See This!

by Erin Coon Have you ever been to a dinner theatre? I’m not talking about Medieval Times or enjoying a milkshake served by a Marilyn Monroe look alike before she jumps on stage for a few songs. Those are fun and I like them a lot but what I’m talking about is combining the concept of dinner and a…

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The Seven Wonders of Warren County

We love that anywhere you turn in the Lake George Area there’s something new and exciting to do. It can be a little overwhelming for new visitors or those without a lot of time to explore. The “Seven Wonders of Warren County” are the best of the best, must-stop places that everyone, visitors and…

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The Caveman of Pottersville

A brown, irregularly shaped hunk of fossilized dinosaur dung is circulating around the stone-floored rock shop. The middle-school students, surrounded by shelves full of amethyst, pyrite, quartz crystals, and cracked open geodes, let their hands roam over the hunk and then pass it along. They…

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Glens Falls is one of the Coolest Small Towns in America!

So why do so many people think Glens Falls is cool? Glens Falls the perfect balance between an up and coming foodie / art / shopping mecca, the safe and nurturing place you want to raise your family and a Senior Citizen’s retirement dream. In fact, all of those generations happily coexist to make up…

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