The Town of Lake George NY
Lake George NY lies in the southeastern region of the Adirondack State Park Preserve in Upstate New York. The town is located in Warren County and is surrounded by the towering Adirondack Mountains. It was named for the lake it borders, Lake George, and lies at the southern tip of this large body of water. Lake George NY has long been a popular tourist destination and is particularly active during the summer season.
Lake George Village
The center of activity lies in Lake George Village, located at the southern end of Lake George. This is where small shops, restaurants and motels cluster, bustling with activity and tourism each summer. There are also many special events, including fireworks every Thursday night in summer in Lake George Village.
About The Lake
Lake George, nicknamed the “Queen of American Lakes,” is the largest lake in the Adirondacks. With a length of over 30 miles and a width of only about 3 miles at its widest point, Lake George is a very long, but narrow lake with a maximum depth of 200 feet. Its waters are exceptionally clean and of pristine clarity. Popular lake activities include fishing, boating, swimming, island camping and others. There are three Lake George beaches, including Million Dollar Beach, Shepard’s Park Beach and Usher’s Park Beach. In addition to the Town of Lake George, there are also many other Adirondack Towns that border the lake, including Diamond Point, Bolton Landing, Hague and Ticonderoga.
Summer Activity
Lake George is quite active during the summer months with most of its attractions catering to the summer vacation crowd. Boating, whitewater rafting, shopping, swimming, fishing, golfing, hiking and other summer activities are a major draw to the region. Nearby Queensbury is also home to Six Flags Great Escape, which is a popular destination, and there are other amusement parks in the area as well. Lake George Americade is one of the most popular motorcycle rallies in the nation, drawing thousands to Lake George each June for the event.
Winter Activity
Even during the winter months, Lake George is far from dormant. The nearby Adirondack Mountains offer a winter haven for skiers and snowboarders. There are festive winter events, including the ever-popular Winter Carnival, which kicks off each year with hundreds of people taking the "Polar Plunge" into the icy winter waters of Lake George! Learn more by visiting our Lake George Winter Guide. |
