Month: June 2020

Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway to Open for the Season on July 1

Take a Drive to the Top of Prospect Mountain in Lake George

Joe Legault June 29, 2020September 9, 2020

Editor’s Note (9/9/2020): The summit area above the parking lot has re-opened after being temporarily closed for construction. While the Prospect Mountain hiking trail has been open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the road up the mountain has remained closed…until now, that is. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that...

See Why They Say Life is Better on the Ranch!

Erin Nudi June 29, 2020March 6, 2023

Sponsored by Roaring Brook Ranch You’ve stayed by the lake, now it’s time to discover another side of Lake George. Switch up your next Lake George vacation and stay at Roaring Brook Ranch, where you’ll ride into the sunset in a lush wooded setting and experience serious ranch-style luxury in their upscale accommodations. Enjoy...

Get Ready To Go Camping At These Two Popular Lake George Campgrounds

Joe Legault June 18, 2020

Sunny days and warm summer weather had many of us anxiously awaiting news on when the Lake George Region’s state campgrounds and day use areas would reopen. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) just announced that two popular campgrounds, Hearthstone Point Campground and Rogers Rock Campground, will open on Wednesday, July 1. Here’s what...

Find Out the Forecast For Your Location on the Lake

Joe Legault June 17, 2020

Knowing the weather forecast is an important part of planning an outdoor adventure, and thanks to The Jefferson Project at Lake George, it’s easier than ever. They have recently launched a new digital Data Dashboard that allows people to view hour-by-hour, highly localized forecasts for their current location on Lake George. What Is The...

There Will Be No Independence Day Or Weekly Fireworks In Lake George This Year

Jessica Morrissey June 17, 2020June 17, 2020

The Village of Lake George took to Facebook today to announce what many feared was coming: the brilliant fireworks displays that traditionally light up the night on the Fourth of July and on Thursdays in July and August have all been canceled this year. The biggest factor behind the Village’s difficult decision was concern...

Lake George's Most Popular Beach Will Be Open Daily Starting June 20

Joe Legault June 17, 2020June 18, 2020

people on the beach and in the water at million dollar beach

Editor’s Note (6/18/2020 3:55PM): Previously, this article mentioned that Million Dollar Beach would be open daily starting Friday, June 19. However, according to the latest update from the DEC, the beach will be open daily starting Saturday, June 20. The article has been updated to reflect the new information. Since opening for the season...

Get the Latest About the 2020 Summer Camping Season

Joe Legault June 17, 2020June 17, 2020

Editor’s Note (6/17/2020 3:45PM): This article has been updated to further clarify reservations and to include the full list of Adirondack campgrounds and day use areas opening on June 19. The wait is finally over! The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has announced that it will open the Lake George Island...

Get the Details on the Lodge's Reopening Plan

Joe Legault June 4, 2020June 12, 2020

exterior of the six flags great escape lodge

Just in time for the beginning of summer, Six Flags Great Escape Lodge has announced their plan to reopen the resort hotel on Friday, June 26, 2020. The hotel will implement extensive safety and sanitation measures so guests can experience a clean, safe, and fun-filled getaway to the Lake George Region. Here’s What You...

Learn More About This Major Announcement

Joe Legault June 3, 2020

food and drinks on outdoor table by lake

The long wait is over – earlier today, Governor Cuomo announced outdoor dining will be permitted in regions that are in phase 2 of reopening, which includes the North Country and Capital Region. Get the latest details below and prepare for your next patio dining trip. Outdoor Dining to Begin Tomorrow, June 4 The...