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Find Fun, Outdoor Kids Attractions & Activities in Lake George, NY

Get outdoors and explore the natural beauty of Lake George with your kids! There are a wide variety of fun, kid-friendly outdoor attractions and activities to choose from that the entire family will enjoy. From ziplines and adventure courses, to river tubing and go carts, to classic mini-golf spots, there's something for everyone in your group to enjoy. Get started planning the ultimate family vacation by clicking on the businesses below for more information. 

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The Fun Spot
Queensbury, NY
Come to The Fun Spot for exceptional family entertainment! This Queensbury hotspot features go-karts, mini-golf, laser tag, and so much more.
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West Mountain: Summer & Fall Activities
Queensbury, NY
West Mountain in Queensbury, NY, is a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking convenience, affordability, and a real Adirondack adventure. Visit them in summer and fall and enjoy their aerial adventure park, mountain biking, and more.
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Adirondack Extreme Treetop & Zipline Park
Bolton Landing, NY
Rated #1 TreeTop and Zipline Adventure Park, the entire family can enjoy in the Lake George NY area. 11 total treetop courses, 2+ miles of outdoor adventure. Bolton Landing NY Exit 24. Choose your adventure level. Ages 6 and up, adirondackextreme.com
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Adirondack Adventure Center: ADK Treetop Adventures
Lake Luzerne, NY
Ride the zip lines, cross the wooden platforms, and have fun! ADK Treetop Adventures at the Adirondack Adventure Center in Lake Luzerne features a state-of-the-art adventure course through a beautiful forest canopy in the Southeastern Adirondacks.
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Sacandaga Outdoor Center (SOC)
Hadley, NY
SOC has been providing Family Friendly Rafting Adventures for over 30 years and is consistently ranked the #1 Outdoor Activity in the area. Just minutes from Lake George and Saratoga. Experience the SOC DIFFERENCE and make some NEW MEMORIES!!!!!!!
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Tubby Tubes Lazy River Tubing
Lake Luzerne, NY
Tubby Tubes River Co., Lake Luzerne, is the Lake George Area original and #1 lazy river tubing company. Float on the crisp, clean waters of the picturesque Southern Adirondack mountains. Family Fun for ages 2 and up. 💦 Book online www.TubbyTube.com
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Ellms Family Farm
Ballston Spa, NY
For old-fashioned fall activities kids of all ages will love, visit Ellms Family Farm over in Ballston Spa, NY. Create new memories and family traditions as you enjoy pumpkin picking, exploring a corn maze, more!
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Six Flags Great Escape & Hurricane Harbor
Queensbury, NY
Six Flags Great Escape has over 135 rides and attractions, with something for the whole family. Don't miss the new Adirondack Outlaw, one of the park's top thrill rides, and their FREE Hurricane Harbor water park.
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Circle B Ranch
Chestertown, NY
Circle B Ranch is a family-owned and operated ranch offering scenic trail rides & carriage rides. Enjoy unparalleled Adirondack views with your experienced guide - there are even pony rides & carriage rides available for the little ones
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Natural Stone Bridge and Caves Park
Pottersville, NY
Summer: Hike self-guided tour & explore LARGEST cave entrance in East, waterfalls, gorge, caves. Guided adventure tours, gemstone mining, disc golf, climbing walls, dino dig, simulated mines, & extensive rock shop. Winter: snowshoe trails and tours.
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Ausable Chasm
Ausable Chasm, NY
Experience one of the oldest natural attractions in the country at Ausable Chasm. You won't find this assortment of adventures at any other location! Explore natural stone walkways, traverse a riverwalk, observe eons of geological history, and more.
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Painted Pony Championship Rodeo
Lake Luzerne, NY
Painted Pony Championship Rodeo is an authentic western rodeo in Lake Luzerne, NY that provides fun for the whole family. Enjoy the BBQ, watch the rodeo, and have a memorable time!
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Fort Ticonderoga
Ticonderoga, NY
Fort Ticonderoga is a bucket list destination! Bring the family and enjoy hands-on activities, daily weapon demos, boat tours, world-class museum exhibits, beautiful gardens, friendly animals, and more. Rain or shine, there's something for everyone.
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ARO Adventures - Adirondack River Outfitters: Adventure Center
North River, NY
The Adirondack Adventure Center located at ARO Adventures in North River offers a number of thrilling recreational opportunities that will ensure you'll want to come back again and again, including ziplining, a ropes course, paintball, and more.
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Adventure Family Fun Center
Queensbury, NY
Adventure Family Fun Center in Queensbury features an arcade, bumper cars, go karts, laser tag, a rock wall, paintball, and so much more.
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Lake George Expedition Park — Dino Roar Valley & Magic Forest
Lake George, NY
Lake George Expedition Park is the home of both Dino Roar Valley, a dinosaur-themed adventure, and Magic Forest, a timeless wonder in Lake George, NY. These family-friendly attractions are open seasonally from late May through Labor Day Weekend.
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Lake George Island Adventures
Diamond Point, NY
Come enjoy a truly personalized adventure on the water. Tubing, cliff jumping, swimming, hiking or whatever you like. The choices are yours!
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Jumping Bean Party Rental -- Bounce Houses, Waterslides, Food Machines, Tents, Tables & More
Wilton, NY
We are the best family-owned, full-service party rental company serving Albany, Saratoga, Lake George & surrounding areas. Our inventory includes bouncy houses, water slides, inflatable obstacle courses, food machines, tables, chairs, tents and more!
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Gore Mountain Gem & Mineral Shop - Mine Tours Daily July 1 - Labor Day
North Creek, NY
The Gore Mountain Gem & Mineral Shop, formerly Garnet Mine Tours, invites you to embark on a unique expedition in the Adirondacks. You can treasure hunt for your own garnet while learning about the rich history of the region!
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Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf
Lake George, NY
Putt your way through the world of 18th century buccaneers! Our award winning courses take you through mountain caves, across footbridges and beneath cascading waterfalls. Swashbuckling fun for the whole family!
Water features and holes at Lumberjack Pass Mini Golf
Lumberjack Pass Mini Golf
Lake George, NY
Lumberjack Pass Mini Golf is Lake George's newest and largest mini-golf course with the best game in town. Free soft serve with every paid admission makes us, at $8.50 per game including ice cream, the best affordable family fun experience in town!
Lake George Skate Plaza
Lake George, NY
Lake George Skate Plaza is a skate park in Lake George's Charles R. Wood Park that opened in 2015.