Welcome to the Lake George Area
“The Original Vacation”
Discover the birthplace of the American vacation! The destination that started it all, the Lake George Area in New York’s Adirondacks!
The Cherry On Top Of Any Vacation Festivals, Fireworks & Free Events
There’s no such thing as a boring stay in the Lake George Area. Festivals, fireworks, free events – there’s always an event to attend and celebrate. An amazing event can be the cherry on top of any vacation. Which one will you drop in on?
Upcoming Events
Dining Out
- Chapman Museum
- Apr 29, 2025 - May 25, 2025
Nature's Gifts by Lynn Shanks
- Tannery Pond Center
- Apr 29, 2025 - May 10, 2025
Porches & Piazzas
- Chapman Museum
- Apr 29, 2025 - May 11, 2025
Show III: Out of Eden, feat. artists Kris Gregson Moss & Joan Reid
- Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Center (LARAC)
- Apr 29, 2025 - May 14, 2025
Cypriot Pottery
- Hyde Collection Art Museum and Historic House
- May 1, 2025 - May 11, 2025
This is the lake life you’ve been dreaming of
The Lake George Area is a water-lovers oasis. With numerous lakes and hundreds of miles streams and rivers, it’s no surprise that getting…
Restaurants
Sampling your way through the restaurants of the Lake George Area is an appetizing way to spend a vacation.
Places To Stay
In the Lake George Area, there’s always a property that will exceed your expectations.
Recreation
Natural beauty sets the stage for a Lake George Area vacation. Fun and recreation are always mere minutes away.
Americade Motorcycle Touring Rally
Join thousands of fellow motorcycle enthusiasts at this massive annual event! Enjoy scenic rides through the Adirondack Mountains, attend the trade expo, participate in riding contests, and more.
Summer is almost here!
The countdown to summer has begun, and we can't wait for all of the sunshine and fun this season brings! Roller coasters, hiking, boat cruises, annual events...save these opening dates for your upcoming Lake George Area vacation.
The Insider Guide
Outdoors
Your Perfect Camping Vacation in the Lake George Area
- 13 min read
A staple in the Lake George Area for decades, partake in a true Adirondack experience by camping at one of the many grounds or sites…
Things to Do in the Lake George Area in May
- 8 min read
Get ready for some mild-weather merriment and explore the Lake George Area's great outdoors. Whether lakeside, under the forest canopy…
Cowboy Core in the Lake George Area
- 8 min read
The spirit of the West is alive in the Lake George Area, with historical dude ranches and resorts, horseback riding trails, and even…
Family Fun
Exploring Outside the Track: Family Fun in the Lake George Area
- 4 min read
Need a break from the Belmont Stakes? Check out these family-fun activities and events happening in the Lake George Area!
Cowboy Core in the Lake George Area
- 8 min read
The spirit of the West is alive in the Lake George Area, with historical dude ranches and resorts, horseback riding trails, and even…
Learning Authentic Crafts with the Adirondack Folk School
- 10 min read
A hidden gem in the Town of Lake Luzerne, the Adirondack Folk School offers a year-round catalog of courses to the public on various…
Culture
Learning Authentic Crafts with the Adirondack Folk School
- 10 min read
A hidden gem in the Town of Lake Luzerne, the Adirondack Folk School offers a year-round catalog of courses to the public on various…
History Breathes Here
- 20 min read
We believe “history breathes here” because it is everywhere in Lake George. This is not only a historic place made famous by long-ago…
Creating the Perfect Date Night in the Lake George Area
- 6 min read
Are you ready for a truly unforgettable date night? Get dressed for a night (or more) around the Lake George Area. With so much to see…
Seasonal
Your Perfect Camping Vacation in the Lake George Area
- 13 min read
A staple in the Lake George Area for decades, partake in a true Adirondack experience by camping at one of the many grounds or sites…
Things to Do in the Lake George Area in May
- 8 min read
Get ready for some mild-weather merriment and explore the Lake George Area's great outdoors. Whether lakeside, under the forest canopy…
Things to Do in the Lake George Area in April
- 8 min read
Get into the swing of spring, and shake off any winter stagnation, because this month brings birth to much wonder and awe throughout…