With a surprise snow storm already in the books, we decided to head out to Stewart Mountain in Chestertown for a fall hike before the trails freeze and it’s time to break out the snowshoes. We were treated to a short, easy climb with views of Loon Lake and distant Gore Mountain. Stewart Mountain is…
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Summer is beginning to wane. Fall is coming. You can feel the change when you leave for work in the morning. While the end of summer is sad in some respects, the cooler weather makes for better hiking. On another crisp August morning, my girlfriend and I drove to Chestertown. Our destination was…
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The mid-August morning was cold and crisp, with a bluebird sky. The weather was perfect for a hike in the Lake George Area. The day’s hike would be a new notch in my hiking belt. I was headed for Kipp Mountain, a 1.92 mile out-and-back trail in Chestertown that is one of the Chester Challenge hikes…
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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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My girlfriend and I rolled south on Route 9N through Lake George Village at around 8:30 a.m., just as the normally bustling strip was beginning to wake up. The streets were crawling with visiting families heading to breakfast and Lake George Area locals walking their dogs. We were headed for a walk…
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On a sunny Thursday morning with temperatures nearing 80 degrees, my girlfriend and I drove to the lakeside hamlet of Brant Lake on the northern border of the Lake George Area. Our plan was to hike Bartonville Mountain, a quick, 1.5 mile round trip hike with a beautiful peek of Brant Lake just…
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As the weather heats up and the outdoors becomes more and more inviting, locals and visitors alike are lacing up their hiking boots and getting ready to hit the trails. The beginning of the summer is an exciting time to dust off your gear, revisit your favorite trails, and discover new ones. It’s…
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Need an idea for a romantic date? Count on the Lake George Area to deliver great places for fun, romantic, and creative dates. Year-Round Date Ideas Whether you are art aficionados, history buffs, or just interested in something outside the predictable date night routine, the Lake George Area has…
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We hiked The Pinnacle on an autumn morning and were rewarded with a stunning Adirondack view... An Accessible Hike in Bolton Landing There is a parking area right at the trailhead, making it convenient for anyone who is bringing gear for photography, a picnic, kids or pets. It was a…
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Handicapped Accessible Trail System When the forecast called for an unseasonably warm fall day in the Lake George Area we decided to explore the Dean Farm Heritage Trail in Stony Creek. The Dean Farm Heritage Trail is a handicapped accessible trail system. It features several miles of flat, stone…
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