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Hague, NY: A Day Trip to the Northern End of Lake George

Ready for a scenic drive but not sure where to go? Hoping for things to do when you get there? Branch out from the Village and your usual hotspots to check out Hague, NY. The area is peaceful, the people friendly, and the scenery stunning.

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Hague: A Charming Community With Year-Round Recreational Opportunities

Visitors are more than welcome to stop by this community-focused Adirondack town with a Fish & Game Club, Snowmobile Club, and more.

Year-round activities include:

  • Boating (contact Dockside Landing Marina for boat rentals)
  • Hiking (Jabe Pond Eastern Trail, Deer Leap Trail, Berrymill Pond)
  • Fishing and ice fishing (for charters check out Justy Joe Charters or many other nearby fishing guides)
  • Snowmobiling (check out the Hague Sno-Goers Snowmobile Club for info and a map of trails)

Also, make sure to check out Rogers Rock Campground & Day Use Area, Hague Town Beach Park, and Peggy's Point.

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Quick Fun Facts on the History of Hague

  • The Battle on Snowshoes took place here in 1758. Major Robert Rogers made his famous escape by sliding 400 feet down a rock face to Lake George; this is now known as Rogers Slide.
  • Benjamin Franklin twice encamped here during the American Revolution.
  • The Town of Hague got its name in 1808; prior to this it was the Town of Rochester.
  • Sam Ackerman discovered natural graphite in the area in 1887. The region around the mines was known as "Graphite," and still is today.

Trout House Lodge sign

Visiting for Longer Than a Day? Stay at the Trout House Village Resort

If you love what you see and want to come back plan for a getaway at the Trout House Village Resort, a longstanding business and major contributor to the tourism industry in the area. Families from all over the Northeast choose to return to Trout House year after year for an ultra peaceful Lake George getaway.

Speaking of year-round activities, Trout House makes a perfect home base with their free use of kayaks and canoes in the summer, and of snowshoes, cross-country skis, and toboggans in the winter.

Hague, NY Listings
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Dockside Landing Marina
Hague, NY
Explore the most breathtaking part of Lake George at Dockside Landing Marina! The northern tip of Lake George offers the most majestic mountain views and calm waters. Contact us today to enjoy our new boat rentals, luxury condo, and marina amenities.
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Henry Knox
Hague, NY
Henry Knox, part of the Trout House Village Resort, is a three-bedroom cabin on the shores of Lake George. It's available year-round, sleeps up to four children and two adults, and is the perfect rental home for a family vacation.
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Island View
Hague, NY
Stay in a rustic but spacious four-bedroom, Adirondack-style home conveniently located right near northern Lake George, the town of Hague, and Trout House Village Resort, where guests can enjoy access to the resort's amazing amenities.
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The Wheeler House
Choose The Wheeler House for your next family vacation and you'll get to stay on a beautiful, historic, lakefront property! It is located adjacent to Trout House Village Resort, where more great amenities await guests.
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Trout House Village Resort
Hague, NY
Located on the peaceful northern shores of Lake George, Trout House Village Resort features exquisite handcrafted log cabins, cottages, and a 9 Bedroom Country Inn. Our 400' sandy beach offers rowboats, canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, and sailboats.
rogers rock campground
Rogers Rock Campground & Day Use Area
Hague, NY
Located on the quiet northern end of Lake George, this family campground offers swimming, biking, fishing, boating and hiking. Just 6 miles from Ticonderoga on the west shore of Lake George.
View from the water of people swimming and relaxing at Hague Town Beach
Hague Town Beach Park
Hague, NY
The beach at Robert E. Henry Memorial Park is located on Route 9N, just south of the intersection with Route 8.
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House LFG
Hague, NY
Enjoy your next vacation on Lake George at this newly renovated cabin in Hague, NY. Featuring three bedrooms and a loft, and two full bathrooms, this house rental is the perfect choice for a large family or group.
Roger's Rock
Hague, NY
Roger's Rock Campsites features a public boat launch that can be accessed for a small day use fee. It's located three miles north of Hague on Route 9N.
The Hague Firehouse Restaurant
Hague, NY
Serving up fresh, creative American fare in an old firehouse with an outdoor dining space overlooking a brook. Open seasonally from June to September.
The Hague Market
Hague, NY
Enjoy coffee, homemade muffins and croissants, fresh sandwiches and ice cream from Adirondack Creamery.
Lakeside Regional Church (Hague Wesleyan Church)
Located on Route 8 in Hague, 0.3 miles from Route 9N, 10 miles south of Ticonderoga. Services are on Sunday morning at 9AM & 11AM with Cafe' Hour at 10AM.
Owl's Nest Cottage Rental on Lake George
Hague, NY
This beautiful updated cottage is located near the center of Hague and directly on Lake George. The perfect place to stay - only a short walk to the restaurants and shops in town.