View of MacDonald Pier in Shepard Park with several boats in the foreground docked on Lake George, with the lake in the background and the Adirondack mountains in the distance. The sky is mostly clear with a few air-weather clouds.

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!

Category: Ranches & Rodeos

Itinerary: Rodeos, Ranches, & Rides

By Kyle Frenette on Jun. 22, 2026

Rustic Adirondack towns, breathtaking landscapes, and the country lifestyle can all be found when traversing the Lake George Area's backroads. Check out this multi-day itinerary for old-fashioned rodeos, scenic horseback rides, and other stops that will make you feel like a true cowboy or cowgirl.

Your Guide to Lake Luzerne

By Kyle Frenette on Jun. 20, 2025

Whether you are interested in whitewater rafting, going to world-class concerts, relaxing on the beach, or dining on delicious food, the Town of Lake Luzerne offers new experiences for everyone.

Women horseback riding across the Hudson River at 1000 Acres Ranch

Cowboy Core in the Lake George Area

By Kyle Frenette on Apr. 04, 2025

The spirit of the West is alive in the Lake George Area, with historical dude ranches and resorts, horseback riding trails, and even rodeos. Channel your inner cowboy and cowgirl with these Wild West-like opportunities in the southern Adirondacks.

Saddle Up with Mountain View Rocking B Ranch

By Jaynie Ellis, updated on Aug. 22, 2024

Mountain View Rocking B Ranch, formerly Bennett’s Riding Stable, offers an authentic, western trail riding experience right here in the Adirondack Mountains. Family-owned and operated for over 75 years, the stable welcomes horseback riders late spring, summer, and early fall for rides on their…