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! 

The Spirit of Summer

Boating in the Lake George Area drives "the spirit of summer." Several vibrant, crystalline lakes grace the region, adding natural beauty and endless enjoyment to the small-town, speckled Adirondacks. Boating on these cherished lakes is the ultimate summer freedom. Taking to the water is both a…

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4th of July Festivities

Celebrating Independence Day in the Lake George Area? Here are all the spectacular firework displays, local live music, and other red, white, and blue-themed events to attend during the holiday weekend. Events w/ Fireworks: Summer Pops Concert – July 3 The Glens Falls Symphony presents its…

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Memorial Day Remembrances

Parades, live music, and more – here is a list of all the Memorial Day celebrations around the Lake George Area honoring those who have served our country: Hague Memorial Day Celebration (Parade & Funfest) Join the Town of Hague for their Memorial Day Celebration on Saturday, May 24 kicking off at…

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10 Unique Experiences in the Lake George Area

The Lake George Area offers unlimited activities within the boundary of our southern Adirondack Mountains. From the tallest treetops to whitecapped waves, you’ll find adventure almost anywhere. We’ve compiled 10 unique experiences you can have right here in our region anytime between the late spring…

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Beat the Heat in the Lake George Area

When the summer sun gets too hot to handle, try these recreational activities and more to cool off! Boat Rentals Rent from a marina and cruise the waters of the Lake George Area! Captain your own boat and go for a swim, cast your lines, dock at a waterfront restaurant, or just idle and take in the…

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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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Fishing Focus: Summer Trout Fishing Amid the Rain

Late summer is not a time of year where many trout anglers are thinking about heading to their favorite stream. Typically, our rivers and streams are at their lowest and warmest in August, and that is when trout are least active, struggling to find cooler water to survive heat that can be fatal to…

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Fishing Focus: Angling for Smallmouth Bass in Late Summer

There have been a number of studies that have concluded that, pound-for-pound, the smallmouth bass is one of the hardest fighting freshwater gamefish we have. And when you put a smallmouth in a river, where it has to live battling current, and with more concern about predation, they seem to be even…

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