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! 

Frozen Fiesta: the Lake George Winter Carnival

February is a special month in Lake George Village. Many families who spend their summer vacation lounging on the beaches or exploring the shops on Canada Street don’t know about the Lake George Winter Carnival. Most have never experienced the excitement when the lake first freezes, or the…

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A Winter Walk at Gurney Lane

Quick Trail Facts: Over 5 miles of hiking trails. Mostly easy trails. Leashed dogs are welcome. While these trails are mostly easy, there are a few steep inclines. Gurney Lane also features mountain biking trails and an ice skating rink. The weather in the Lake George Area has been frigid in…

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A Winter Walk on Prospect Mountain

Quick Trail Facts: About 3.5 miles round trip. Moderate difficulty. Pet-friendly. The summit of Prospect Mountain offers beautiful views of southern Lake George, the Green Mountains of Vermont, and the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The road to the summit of Prospect is snowmobile-friendly…

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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 Secret of the Shoulder Season

The Lake George Area is famous for its warm weather activities. Summer is an easy time to travel with kids on vacation and ‘summer hours’ at the office, it’s a popular window during which to visit. There is a phrase in tourism called the shoulder season . It isn’t really something that people who…

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