Explore the Best Lake George Fall Activities
Think there's nothing to do in Lake George after the summer is over? Think again! We've rounded up prime Lake George fall activities you can enjoy this September and October.
Sponsored by:
Take a Scenic Foliage Hike - Or Drive!
Photo credit: Johannes Thiel, licensed by CC BY-SA 2.0
Prospect Mountain offers unparalleled fall foliage views. It's about three miles roundtrip to hike, although it's steep and difficult in some spots. so it's not recommended for young children. Once you reach the 2,030-foot elevation summit you're rewarded with a 100-mile view of the region.
Not up for the hike? No worries! You can drive up the Veterans Memorial Highway for a fee of $10 per car, and it's open seasonally through Veterans Day. With fall foliage peaking in October, that's plenty of time to enjoy the sights.
Have an Adventure High in the Trees
A thrilling treetop course awaits in Bolton Landing! Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course, which offers something for all ages and abilities with their aerial adventure park.
They're typically open through early November and all the climbing, aerial fun, and obstacles are open rain or shine. This is a great chance to get in some outdoor fun before the really cold weather sets in.
Embark on an Epic Horseback Ride
You can see the fall foliage from up in the trees, while on a zipline, or from inside a gondola. You could hike or bike. But what if you could take a horseback ride?
Thanks to Mountain View Rocking B Ranch in Lake Luzerne you can make the most of a fall horseback ride where you can enjoy the foliage, the crisp air, the beautiful Adirondack sunset, and being on an amazing animal that is leading you through nature.
Explore the Haunted Side of Fort William Henry Museum
Did you know Fort William Henry conducts haunted history tours, and even sometimes welcomes paranormal groups to conduct investigations?
Discover a whole new side to Lake George's prime historical fort and museum that you didn't know existed this fall!
Go Apple Picking at Hicks Orchard
Hicks Orchard, about a 40-minutes, scenic drive from Lake George, is a prime place to go for apple picking, cider doughnuts, and hayrides come fall.
Make sure to stop into the store for the doughnuts, cider, and other fall-tastic treats.
Take a Scenic Gondola Ride - Or Hike, Or Bike Ride...
Gore Mountain - yes, that Gore Mountain, the one with the prime skiing opportunities - they offer much more!
Check out scenic gondola rides, biking, hiking, and more ways to enjoy the fall foliage in the Adirondacks, including their annual Harvest Fest.
See unique ways to take in the fall colors >>
