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! 

Spring Break in the Lake George Area

Rays of sunshine warm up the Lake George Area, and the snow begins to melt away…long awaited Spring Break is fast approaching. Recuperate from cabin fever with an Adirondack vacation that is fun for the whole family. There are plenty of sights to see and things to do during a Spring Break spent in…

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Haunted & Mysterious Lake George Area

As October descends upon the Lake George Area, tales of yesteryear and ghost stories are shared in preparation for Halloween… do you believe that the region’s history has conjured spirits with unfinished business? Dare to be scared, and visit these supposedly haunted locations to decide for yourself…

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History Breathes Here

We believe “history breathes here” because it is everywhere in Lake George. This is not only a historic place made famous by long-ago battles, it is ground made sacred by the lives and deaths of the people who bore witness to the tragedies and triumphs. Silent connections to our past, they make themselves known to this very day, as new colonial-era graves are excavated within sight and sound of bustling Lake George Village. History is part of the fabric of Lake George and the reminders lie all around us.

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Murals, Mosaics, and More

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 emerging Arts Trail through…

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Firsthand Guide to Letterboxing: Historians' Challenge

Please Note: Letterboxes may be removed for winter, but are put back in place during spring. Become a history sleuth while challenging yourself to find 13 brand-new letterbox locations. The Warren County Historians’ Challenge is a fun and free letterboxing adventure, a sequel to the First Wilderness…

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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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Romantic Dates in the Lake George Area

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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The Original Vacation

Welcome to the Lake George Area, the birthplace of The Original Vacation . How one man and his guidebook shaped America’s first getaway! In the mid-1800s, the Adirondacks were an undiscovered natural treasure. Hidden ponds with mirror-like surfaces teemed with native rainbow trout. White-tailed deer…

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