Lake George NY Vacation Ideas
For year round fun, visit Lake George in eastern Upstate New York's Adirondack Mountains. Popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a haven for the rich and famous, you'll find plenty of history and interesting sites surrounding the area.
Spring, Summer, Fall Vacation Ideas
Take a narrated sightseeing cruise with dinner and live entertainment on beautiful Lake George from May to October. Lake George Steamboat Co. offers three different cruise ships for your entertainment. 800-553-BOAT.
Great Escape/Splashway Kingdom. Over 130 rides at these two side-by-side amusement parks, with shows and attractions for all ages, and a petting zoo. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day. 518-792-3500
Take a hot air balloon ride with Ballooning Adventures at nearby Glens Falls. Fly over historic villages, rolling hills, and dairy farms from April through November. 518-798-4143.
For some thrills, visit the House of Frankenstein Wax Museum at Dr. Morbid's Haunted House. 115 Canada Street. 518-668-3077.
The Adirondack Winery & Tasting Room located in the heart of Lake George Village, offers an impressive selection of fine wines, cheeses, chocolates, ice cream, and other fine foods. 285 Canada Street. 518-688-WINE.
Take a guided tour of the Fort William Henry Museum, located at 48 Canada Street. 800-234-0267.
May 31 - June 3, 2012 marks the 9th annual Elvis Festival held at the Lake George Forum and throughout Lake George with an Opening Night Party followed by Collectables Sales, Elvis Tribute Artist Competition, a Tribute to Rock & Roll History, Classic Car Parade, and After Hours Parties. For more information, call 518-681-7452.
Charter a fishing boat for Trout, Salmon, and Bass fishing from April 15 to December 1. 800-336-6987
Winter Vacation Ideas
Lake George's Winter Carnival kicks off January 1st with their annual New Year's Day Polar Plunge Swim, followed by 4 weekends of fun, fun, fun which includes:
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Snowmobile Rides
- Dog Sled Rides
- Children's Petting Zoo
- Wood Carving Demos
- Dinner Party with Silent Auction