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Original Vacation

The Original Vacation

America's first vacation destination was the Lake George Area.

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  • Your Perfect Camping Vacation
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Fort William Henry

Experience History in Real Time

The Lake George Area has a rich history waiting to be explored.

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    The Original Vacation
  • Your Perfect Camping Vacation
  • Another Sweet Spring - Thurman Maple Days
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the Horicon

Literature in the Lake George

A few reads about the Lake George Area.

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    The Original Vacation
  • Experience History in Real Time
  • Cruisin' the Lake - What's Your Style?
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Fireworks
Fireworks are a blast in the Lake George Area.
See the Colors!
Hotels
Lake George hotels satisfy every type of traveler, ranging from family-owned motels on the water to name-brand hotels in the heart of the village.
Find a Room!
Parasailing
Parasailing on Lake George is the most exhilarating way to witness the gorgeous vistas of the Adirondack Mountains.
Go Parasailing!
Camping
Campers flock to the Lake George Area to reconnect with the outdoor world in a pristine natural wonderland.
Book a Campsite!
Jazz at the Lake
For over 35 years visitors have been enjoying this free, contemporary jazz festival which welcomes some of the best Jazz performers in the world.
Catch Some Tunes!
Adirondack Nationals Car Show
Spectators love strolling row-after-row of amazing cars, trucks, and more. This Lake George car show stars hundreds of beautiful classic cars, hot rods, trucks, customs, and more!
View Classic Cars!
Boat Cruises
Lake George is the crown jewel of Adirondack waters, and a ride on a boat cruise is the most cherished way to take in all 32-miles of the lake.
Go Cruisin'!
Top Attractions
There are a few attractions that define a Lake George Area vacation. These attractions created the Original Vacation and built the Lake George Area into an Adirondack authority.
Get Out There!
Free Events
An entire Lake George Area vacation can be spent attending free events.
Attend a Free Event!