Hiking

The Adirondack Mountains, a formidable collection of majestic peaks, are a hiker’s haven. Visitors have been admiring Lake George Area mountains since the Original Vacation began, and adventurous souls have been carving routes up those mountains for just as long. Expertly maintained trails are waiting to be explored. See you at the trailhead.

The Adirondack Mountains cannot be ignored because they envelop and color the region. They’re beautiful to look at, but many visitors to the area dream of conquering the peaks. The Lake George Area is a premier hiking destination because of the unparalleled beauty of the Adirondacks. Some hikes, such as The Pinnacle, are simple jaunts along wooded trails with a switchback or two to ease the burden of the climb. Many of the easier hiking trails are parks with secluded paths, beckoning you to relax and connect with the outdoors. Other hikes are difficult and rugged hours-long endeavors such as the Black Mountain Range, where even experienced hikers are tested. Hikers may encounter well-built ladders on a steep pitch, scrambles over open rock, or a remote lean-to at the end of the trek. Of course, there’s always a reward when you reach the end of the trail.

The Adirondack Mountains provide some of the greatest views in the country, especially during fall foliage season. On clear days, a hiker on the summit of a Lake George Area mountain can see as far as Vermont’s Green Mountains and views of Lake George are common. You can’t reach the summit of a Lake George Area vacation without exploring an Adirondack hiking trail.

Halfway Brook Trail
Queensbury

Halfway Brook Trail

This meticulously planned collaboration between Glens Falls and Queensbury opens the beautiful watershed lands spread out between Potter and Peggy Ann Roads. The 1.2-mile path meanders through “Potter Woods” taking the visitor through the diverse ecosystems of wetlands and woodlands, as well as an active tree farm. A hand-built bridge carries you over the trail’s namesake and onto the path ahead. Ideally situated to pair beautifully with a walk or ride along the connecting Rush…

Potter Rd & Peggy Ann Rd
Queensbury, NY 12804
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Hike with Jackson

Explore the Adirondack Mountains with Hike with Jackson! Let Hike with Jackson be your Adirondack Mountain tour guide! If you’re a first-time hiker in the Adirondacks, this is the perfect way to be introduced. Choose an easy 1-hour hike, a half-day hike, or a full day hike. Hiking with a professional guide like Jackson ensures safety and connection with loved ones. He makes family hikes fun, ensures you won’t get lost, saves you time researching…

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West Mountain Aerial Adventure Park
Warrensburg

Hudson River Nature Trail

Picnic. Easy trail along the river.

Hudson St
Warrensburg, NY 12885
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Chestertown

Kipp Mountain Hiking Trail

Kipp Mountain is a 1.92 mile, 1-2 hour round-trip hike. This easy-to-moderate trail is included in the Chester Challenge. Hikers will walk a narrow, winding dirt path that eventually leads to a steep ascent. The trail follows a ridgeline and ends with gorgeous views of Loon Lake, Gore Mountain, and more.

Ben Culver Road
Chestertown, NY 12817
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Fifth Peak

Lake George 12ster

Founded in 2016, the Lake George 12ster provides a formidable taste of what the Adirondacks have to offer. Traverse 12 peaks, nearly 40 miles of trails, and up to 9,000 feet of elevation gain. Become a 12ster at your own pace, or tackle them all in a 24-Hour Ultra. Winter and Ultra Winter categories available for those that love to embrace the cold. The peaks required to become a Lake George 12ster include Cat Mountain, Thomas Mountain, Buck Mountain, Erebus Mountain, Sleeping…

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The Pinnacle
Bolton Landing

Lake George Land Conservancy Preserves & Trails

Hike gorgeous trails maintained by the Lake George Land Conservancy! The Lake George Land Conservancy is a not-for-profit group that aims to protect the waters of Lake George. Popular trails throughout the Lake George Area include Cat Mountain and Thomas Mountains, the Pinnacle, and the Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob. These trails offer novice to advanced hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. There are opportunities for birding and spotting other wildlife as well. The Schumann Preserve…

4905 Lake Shore Drive
Bolton Landing, NY 12814
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Lake George Mystery Spot sign
Lake George

Lake George Mystery Spot

Does your voice return louder than you let it go at the Lake George Mystery Spot? The Lake George Mystery Spot, located behind the Visitor Center in the heart of Lake George Village, is one of the stranger locations in the Lake George Area. When you stand on the X in the center of the location and speak, the words will be silent to others but return to your ears louder than you would expect.…

1 Beach Road
Lake George, NY 12845
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Lakes to Locks Passage - Lake George Region

Lakes to Locks Passage – Lake George Region

Lakes to Locks Passage: Midway between Manhattan and Montreal the more than 200-miles of the Lakes to Locks Passage Scenic Byway provides access to charming cities, rural landscapes, recreational areas, and Adirondack hamlets. Through all four seasons, you can experience history, nature, and culture. Traveling by bike, foot, boat or car, you will have access to this historic watercourse used by migratory birds and native peoples, explorers, armies, commercial enterprises.  

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Chestertown

Meade Mountain and Beckman Mountain Hiking Trail

This moderate-to-difficult trail in Chestertown leads to the summit of both Meade Mountain and Beckman Mountain. A wide, steep, dirt path brings hikers to the summit of Meade Mountain. After a short descent, another ascent brings hikers to the summit of Beckman Mountain. Hikers are rewarded with distant views of Gore Mountain from the summit of Meade, and views of Loon Lake, Schroon Lake, and other mountains from the summit of Beckman. This 2.1-mile round-trip…

Igerna Road
Chestertown, NY 12817
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