DINNER CRUISES AROUND THE LAKE

Fort Ticonderoga Ferry : Take a ride on this historic cable ferry. The ferry runs seasonally from the shore near Fort Ticonderoga, to Shoreham, Vermont. Quaint, scenic, low key and fun for the family. Ferry travel in the US is a unique mode of transportation. (Check out this Map of all the domestic ferries in the US: United States Ferry Map) The Fort Ticonderoga Ferry is located just outside the Village of Ticonderoga, and is a unique and treasured operation – it has been shuttling travelers on Lake Champlain between Ticonderoga, New York and Shoreham, Vermont since 1759.

The Lake George Steamboat Company: offers a variety of Cruises on their 3 large cruise ships, The Minne-Ha-Ha, an authentic Paddlewheeler, The Mohican and the Lake's largest cruise ship, The Lac du Saint Sacrament. Choose from 3 large cruise ships: The Minne-Ha-Ha, The Mohican, and the Lac du Saint Sacrament, to tour scenic Lake George. Open Memorial Day in May right on through Columbus Day in October, offering 13 trips total during the course of one day, each as interesting and unique as the last.

LAKE GEORGE PONTOON BOAT ADVENTURES - Come enjoy a truly personalized adventure on the water. Tubing, cliff jumping, swimming, hiking or whatever you like. The choices are yours! It's time for you to get out on the Lake. Isn't that what you came here for? Choose Your Pontoon Boat Adventure:

• Fireworks Cruise
  Log Bay and Paradise Bay Swims
  Tubing
  Cliff Jumping
  

LAKE GEORGE SHORELINE CRUISES - Considering a cruise? Board the Adirondack or the Horicon for a sightseeing voyage and get a first-hand view of what makes Lake George the undisputed Queen of American Lakes. Come enjoy a memorable cruise surrounded by the spectacular Adirondacks and the sparkling blue waters just off our shores. Whether aboard the beautiful Horicon for a Historic Sightseeing Cruise or on the new Adirondack for a Fireworks Dinner Cruise, you will experience Lake George as it was meant to be seen!

INDIAN PIPES CHARTERED CRUISES - Come aboard our 36 Ft. Luxury Trawler Yacht with Captain for a cruise or personal tour. Docked at The Sagamore Resort on Bolton Landing as seen on the Today Show! Indian Pipe Chartered Cruises are perfect for corporate parties, picnics, weddings and parties - based off the Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing in Lake George.

DIAMOND POINT BOAT TOURS - “Let us drive you around while you sit back & enjoy the ride!”
Looking to take a scenic boat cruise? Diamond Point Boat Tours offers private boat tours on Lake George, customized for your family and friends’ preferences. Choose to dine at a lakeside restaurant, view the fireworks, swim, float on a tube, picnic on an island, or just tour the lake and take in the pristine beauty of Lake George. Whatever you decide, all you have to do is pack a cooler with your own food & refreshments, and everything else is provided… including your own designated driver! Tour options, provided daily on a 24′ Pontoon Boat with sundeck, range from 2 hours to all day & night. For your convenience, pickup at most lakeside properties is available! Diamond Point Boat Tours is a licensed and fully insured operator. All safety equipment is provided on board the NYS inspected & certified boat.

LOVE IS ON LAKE GEORGE CRUISES - Tool around the island-studded midsection of Lake George on a 26 ft. burnished-wood Lyman with Ron and Kathy Miller. You can arrange to be picked up almost anywhere on the lake, and Ron will custom design a route specifically for your party

FISHING

FISH307.com is your one stop tackle shop in the foothills of the Adirondack mountains. Stop in for live bait, NY State Fishing Licenses, rods, reels, lures, line, free advice, and everything you need for a great fishing trip.

LOCKHART CHARTER FISHING - Experience Lake George Fishing aboard the Nathan Brown, a brand new 26' custom Harris "Fisherman" Pontoon boat. Lockhart Charter Fishing and Guide Service is located near Lake George village in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. This customized fishing boat is outfitted with a quiet 115hp Honda four stroke motor along with all the latest electronic fishing equipment and tackle; whether you want to troll for deep water Lake Trout and Salmon or cast around for Bass, this vessel is like your own private fishing island! Unlike regular fishing boats where comfort is secondary and you have to climb over the boat to get in, this boat has extremely comfortable seating for 12 persons and the ability to walk aboard from the dock thru an open door; a necessity for people with any physical disability. This custom pontoon is a very stable boat on the water and will not rock and roll, if you are prone to seasickness.

ROD BENDER CHARTERS - Light Tackle is our Specialty! Enjoy sport fishing aboard Rod Bender Charters 28 foot Baha Cruisers Sport Fisherman. Fully equipped for a successful day of fishing on the Queen of American Lakes, Lake George, NY. Full-Time Professional Guide, #1 for Lake Trout and Salmon. Scotty Downriggers, Big Jon Planers, 2 Fish finders, GPS, TR1 Autopilot for trolling, Fish307 Light Trolling Rods, Okuma Reels with 6 & 8 pound test Maxima line. FAMILIES WELCOME!

HOOKER CHARTERS - From rookies to experts, Hooker Charters can handle it all. The captain will teach you how to go from "Fishing" to "Catching" in no time! His goal is to make sure you always have a smile on your face, even in some of the sloppiest summer weather! Fish aboard Lake George's Largest Fishing Charter Boat with Captain Jason Carden.

GOLFING

AROUND THE WORLD GOLF - Two large themed golf courses, "Around the World in 18 Holes, and "Around the USA in 18 Holes" on the shores of Lake George. We've been the most popular miniature golf course in Lake George for 40 years! Updated with new designs annually.

GOONY GOLF - Welcome to Goony Golf! We are celebrating our 40th season in business. Enjoy miniature golf the way it was meant to be played. Our course features a windmill, 20 ft castle, giant T-Rex Dinosaur, waterfalls and a pirate ship. While you are here, visit the Gift World Gift Shop, The Haunted Castle, Black Hole and our Arcade. Make us your one stop for Family Entertainment!

LUMBERJACK PASS MINI GOLF - Welcome to Lake George’s largest miniature golf course! The whole family will enjoy the 18 challenging, championship holes in a beautifully landscaped one acre Adirondack setting with natural stone waterfall and meandering streams visible and audible at every hole. Refresh and cool off under the “Water Misters,” a unique feature both young and old will absolutely love – just push the button and feel instantly refreshed and cool. This ultimate barrier free miniature golf course is full of undulations, water hazards and real sand traps, making it the closest thing to being on the golf course! Come enjoy the fun today! Wheelchair & stroller friendly.

MAGIC CASTLE RIDES & INDOOR GOLF - This indoor entertainment facility is definitely a must-see in Lake George for you and your family!
Magic Castle is literally fun for all ages! Everyone will enjoy the indoor attractions at Magic Castle! What can you do here? Max-Flight - An Intense 360 degree roller coaster ride experience! Hold on to your hats folks! Motion Simulator - Thrill to high speed action on the motion simulator.
Indoor Miniature Golf - 18 holes of fun for the entire family!  Magic Castle is in the heart of Lake George and centrally located next to all shops and restaurants. Stop by for some fun!

PIRATE'S COVE ADVENTURE GOLF - 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!

TICONDEROGA GOLF COURSE - Ticonderoga Golf Course is a unique eighteen hole public golf course located in the historic Lord Howe Valley, on the north end of Lake George in the heart of the Adirondack Park, near the site where Roger’s Rangers fought the renowned Snowshoe Battle.

HIKING/BIKING/WALKING

BIKING IN LAKE GEORGE - At the southern tip of Lake George where the steamships dock, you'll find the entrance to The Warren County Bikeway - a beautiful wooded 9-mile long bike path. The bike path is dotted with signs from the historical association, telling of times past and historical events that make the trip educational as well as great fun! There are picnic tables along the way and scenic spots to stop and take a break, so be sure to pack your backpack with a snack and enjoy the sights and sounds of the streams that run along the path.

For a Warren County Bike Trail map, call 518-623-2877.
Hudson Pointe Nature Preserve - Located off of Corinth Road, this 83 acres of land includes extensive trails for hikers, bikers and joggers alike. Open daily from dawn to dusk.
Adirondack Marathon - A Schroon Lake path that takes the rider on a 26 mile paved loop around the lake.
West River Rd - A relatively flat, 12 mile path that begins at the border of Fort Edward and Gansevoort and ends at the Saratoga Monument.

BIKING TRAILS NEAR TICONDEROGA - Ticonderoga biking trails and cycling routes in the surrounding  region offer breathtaking scenery and challenging routes.  A favorite: the Champlain Bikeway, a 363-mile route around Lake Champlain and into Quebec, Canada. Bike enthusiasts will also love the scenic rural roads from Ticonderoga through the quaint towns of Hague and Brant Lake.  Check out these mapped routes for Ticonderoga Cycling Trails ! There are endless opportunities to explore the region via highway, byways and trails.
Lake Champlain Bikeways offer nearly 1,300 miles of breathtaking scenery along a spectacular network of bicycle routes, known as Lake Champlain Bikeways , in the Lake Champlain Valley of Vermont, New York, and Québec. Warren County Bikeway is 9+ miles of biking, from Battlefield Park in Lake George, to the Feeder Canal in Fort Edward.
Mountain Bike Loop Trail System near Speculator The trail system consists of two bike loops, the larger is 13.7 miles long, and the shorter Kunjamuk Cave loop is 7.2 miles long.

SCENIC HIKING TRAILS AROUND LAKE GEORGE - In the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains around Lake George, explore nature trails, enjoy scenic walks and even go rock climbing. From the Lake George Wild Forest's vast trail system, to a leisurely stroll along Glens Falls' historic Feeder Canal Towpath Trail - the Lake George Region offers great hiking for any skill level.
Popular Trails
Tongue Mountain - 18 miles of marked trails around Bolton Landing
Berry Pond Preserve - Easy walk through pristine wetland and open water wilderness in Lake George
Black Mountain - A challenging 5.6 mile loop with stunning views located near Huletts Landing
Feeder Canal Towpath Trail - At 9 miles, this scenic and historic trail offers a behind-the-scenes tour through Glens Falls

HIKING IN TICONDEROGA - Ticonderoga offers some wonderful hiking options for outdoor enthusiasts…here are just a few:

Treadway Mountain is a moderate climb with views of the Adirondack High Peaks and located by gorgeous Putnam Pond Campground, a popular and remote campground in Ticonderoga NY.
Mount Defiance, an 853 foot hill is located in “Ti,” and not only has a breathtaking view of Lake Champlain and Fort Ticonderoga, but it bears an amazing history. During the Revolutionary War, in the Battle of Ticonderoga, the British army succeeded in stationing canons on top Mount Defiance, which overlooked Fort Ticonderoga and Fort Independence, forcing the Americans to abandon the forts. The current walking road is the road British General Burgoyne’s army constructed in 1777.

Cook Mountain is a 200 acre-preserve providing great views of Lake George, the Champlain Valley, and Vermont’s Green Mountains. The trail is a little over a mile to the summit and is a short, steep climb. Besides hiking trails, this 200-acre conservancy has two beaver ponds, historic grave sites, and much wildlife. A moderately difficult ascent taking about 45 minutes, accessed from Baldwin Road.

Belfry Mountain is the easiest Fire Tower Challenge hike at just 0.3 miles. It’s located in the  town of Moriah, NY just above an abandoned mining area.  Views from the summit include Lake Champlain, Green Mountains, Hurricane and Whiteface Mountain and Rocky and Giant to the southwest as well as the Great Range. For more intense hiking experiences, the Adirondack High Peaks are just a short drive away. Ticonderoga NY is the perfect destination for those looking to experience the breathtaking Adirondack Mountains or the pristine lakes of upstate NY!

BUCK MOUNTAIN HIKING - The bald-rock summit of Buck Mountain offers, above all, a sense of serenity and peace. The cool breeze, the endless expanse of green, and the spectacular scenery all unite to give you a unique Adirondack experience.
Buck is a moderate hike of three miles (one way), with a few challenging spots. Be sure to follow the yellow markers! Be especially careful not to take a right-hand turn early in the hike. Check out both Cat Mountain and Tongue Mountain for a more challenging hike if you prefer.

PROSPECT MOUNTAIN HIKING - Prospect Mountain is one of the most popular hikes in the Lake George Region, and is a 3-mile round-trip hike.
Because its steep grade makes it quite difficult in spots, this hike is not recommended for young children. Upon reaching the summit 2,030 feet above sea level, hikers will be rewarded with 100-mile views of Lake George and the Adirondacks, plus Vermont's Green Mountains and New Hampshire's White Mountains.

NATURAL STONE BRIDGE AND CAVES PARK - Summer: Hike self-guided tour & explore LARGEST cave entrance in East, waterfalls, gorge, caves. Also guided adventure tours, gemstone mining, disc golf, climbing walls, dino dig, simulated mines, & extensive rock shop. Winter: snowshoe trails/tour.

RAIL BIKING - ** New Attraction **

Rail-biking with Revolution Rail Co. is a fun excursion activity that allows riders to ride the railroad tracks under their own power and explore a section of the Adirondacks that has never seen passenger traffic.
Once railbikers check in at the historic North Creek Railroad Station, they’ll take a short shuttle ride 5 miles north of town to the tour launch point. After a short safety briefing, the tour guides will lead the railbikers further north on a 6 mile round trip cruise.
The tour takes riders through the beautiful Adirondack forest canopy along the banks of the Hudson River, and then over the Hudson on a spectacular trestle bridge before turning for home and returning to the launch point and the shuttle bus ride back to the North Creek Railroad Station.

THEME PARKS & AMUSEMENT CENTERS

Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Paddle Board

ADIRONDAC RAFTING COMPANY - Run the wild and spectacular Hudson River Gorge with the experts at Adirondack Rafting Co. Our focus is on you having a fun and safe day on the whitewater. We provide friendly professional river guides, all gear necessary and a riverside lunch. The wild, white-water excitement of Spring gives way to family-style summer fun! Come raft with the pros of the Hudson River Gorge! Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting. Our whitewater guides are passionate about what they do, and possess expert knowledge of the Hudson as well as the greater Adirondack region. Experienced and skilled, they have state-of-the-art equipment and the resources to ensure you have a safe and exciting adventure on the Hudson River. Join us for a day of fun and thrills that only mother nature can provide!

ADIRONDACK ADVENTURES WHITEWATER RAFTING -Our experienced and knowledgeable staff will be happy to assist you with planning a trip, rafting on the Hudson River (or elsewhere), or getting instruction on what whitewater is all about. Join us for every type of wilderness water fun. Guided adventures are available for whitewater rafting, kayaking, canoing, and even float fishing. We can plan custom overnight trips that also include lodging if you wish. Our friendly staff is experienced and will guide you safely through your trip, whether it's three hours or three days!
Adirondack paddling offers views of incredible wilderness like no other. Whether you are braving the spring whitewater or sharing a warm summer day with the family, the result is the same: wet fun! Our rafting trips include a riverside lunch and all the storytelling you can handle! Join us for a day of excitement and exploration. We look forward to sharing our environment with you - don't forget your sunscreen!

ADIRONDACK RIVER OUTFITTERS - Adirondack River Outfitters has trips ranging from family fun to high adventure. The Hudson River Gorge and Black River have great whitewater throughout the summer. ARO has been providing families and friends a lifetime of memories since 1980. Adirondack River Outfitters (ARO) located in North Creek, Old Forge, and Watertown has been New York State's leading whitewater rafting company for over 30 years. At ARO we want to make sure our guests have the best Adirondack rafting experience of their lives! There are 3 rivers that you can choose from, the Moose River, Hudson River, or  Black River.  Not sure which one to choose? No sweat! We can help you choose which trip is right for your Adirondack whitewater rafting experience! At ARO, safety always comes first. Not only do we provide our guests with the best equipment available but we also have river guides who are some of the most experienced in the state. Our guides exceed the state licensing requirements, including river skills, first aid and CPR. We guarantee that we will make you feel safe on the river.

ADIRONDACK TUBING ADVENTURES -LAZY RIVER TUBING, RAFTING - Looking for a great, relaxing way for your family and friends to beat the heat, chill out and go with the flow? Adirondack Tubing Adventures provides guided lazy river tubing and rafting trips for all ages. The calm, pristine water offers a perfect float trip for families, with water levels ranging from 2-4 ft. Reservations are highly recommended!

ADIRONDACK WATER SKI & WAKEBOARD SCHOOL - The Adirondack Water Ski & Wakeboard School is located on beautiful Lake George, New York, we provide you with certified instruction in Water Skiing, Wakeboarding, Wake Surfing, Wake Skating and Bare Foot Skiing as well as tubing behind the boat.

LAKE GEORGE KAYAK CO . - Kayak, Canoe and SUP rentals! Out of our Boathouse and onto the lake. Located on Green Island in Bolton Landing, our boating center offers rentals, lessons and the gear to get you paddling. No experience needed.  Afloat, Lake George is a paddlers paradise.  The pure spring fed water, majestic mountainscapes and private island retreats offer vistas seldom seen from land.  To enjoy your paddling adventure, we offer a full line of boats and SUP's for all abilities.

WILD WATERS OUTDOOR CENTER - WHITEWATER RAFTING - Located in the Adirondack Mountains near Lake George New York, our whitewater rafting trips on The Hudson and Sacandaga rivers as well as our kayak programs are unmatched. Find out what makes Wild Waters the #1 white water rafting company in New York! Since 1983, the white water rafting experts at Wild Waters Outdoor Center have shared the thrill and excitement of whitewater rafting and Adirondack kayaking with thousands of our guests! Located in the Adirondack Mountains near Lake George NY, choose between whitewater rafting trips on the Hudson or Sacandaga River. We also offer kayaking programs for those who are interested.

ZOO FUN AND MORE

Guide to Cultural Attractions

Historic Sites / Museums / Haunted House

FORT TICONDEROGA - Every day is an event at Fort Ticonderoga and every year is a new experience. Bring the family and experience history come alive by land and by water! Spend the day and discover all that Fort Ticonderoga has to offer. Open rain or shine! Experience Fort Ticonderoga and immerse yourself in a place where America made history! Fort Ticonderoga is a family destination, a center of learning and an interactive, multi-faceted experience. It's exploring the beautiful gardens, finding adventure in our events, marching with the Fife and Drum Corps, and learning about historic trade. It's a visit through the reconstructed Fort, a stroll overlooking Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains of Vermont, and an afternoon in our exhibit galleries exploring our premier collections. A visit to Fort Ticonderoga connects all visitors to a place and time that defined a continent, a nation, and its continued legacy.

FORT WILLIAM HENRY MUSEUM - The Fort is open May to October, Sitting atop a small rise, Fort William Henry commanded the southern end of Lake George November 1755 to August 1757 during the French & Indian War. Guided tours are conducted every hour on the hour . The museum contains many artifacts discovered during archeological digs at the site and search of the lake near the fort. At the end of each tour, children are asked if they wish to Join the Kings Army as a soldier. Soldiers will be given a uniform, musket and a chance to drill with the soldiers. After firing the musket, they will be given a certificate signing them up as soldiers and a coin for payment.

THE WORLD AWARENESS CHILDREN'S MUSEUM - go! (the interactive exhibition space of the World Awareness Children's Museum) is a unique, fun, hands-on learning center in Glens Falls where individuals of all ages can interactively learn about world culture and art. Fantasy adventure roles too! Stop by ‘go! where children discover the world,’ and explore children’s art, musical instruments, costumes, dolls, puppets, masks, and currency from around the world!  Visit a Nigerian marketplace, use chopsticks in a traditional Japanese tea room, paddle a Chinese dragon boat and more!Dr.

Morbid's Haunted House - Recently, during attempted renovations to Morbid Mansion, workers discovered a secret passageway leading to the ruins of an old abandoned waxworks. Dr. Willy S. Morbid, the proprietor of Morbid Mansion, and known to locals as the Mad Waxmaker, is said to have used bizarre methods when filling his wax-works with statues. Are you brave enough to venture forth into his Macabre Mansion and see for yourself? Dr. Morbid’s Haunted House is located in Lake George Village on Canada Street (Route 9). If you’re looking for more terrifying fun, visit the House of Frankenstein Wax Museum just down the street.

House of Frankenstein Wax Museum - This fun-filled Lake George Attraction is THE thing to do in Lake George for nostalgia and great family memories.  The tradition of this Lake George attraction has been on the list of things to do in Lake George for over forty years.  Begin your family tradition this season while vacationing in Lake George. Be warned the House of Frankenstein is not just another Wax Museum. No indeed. When you walk the steps of the haunted stairs you are on your own. Don’t turn back, there is no turning back, you must finish this journey of terror.  Other Lake George attractions are fun in the sun; we specialize in the dark and chilly things to do in Lake George.

TICONDEROGA HERITAGE MUSEUM - The industrial history of Ticonderoga can't be told without describing paper mills, graphite mining and pencils. The Heritage Museum preserves and interprets that history.  Housed in the "1888 building," the museum is the last remaining structure of the Ticonderoga Pulp and Paper Company that once covered the area now known as Bicentennial Park. A heritage visitors center along the Lakes to Locks passage, the museum hosts historically accurate exhibits and creative children's workshops. The museum's displays and exhibits interpret the manufacturing techniques and the history of the International Paper Company, the American Graphite Company (makers of the famous Dixon-Ticonderoga pencils), and other industries of the area.

AND THERE IS SO MUCH MORE

Lake George is jammed packed with activities for children and adults.  Please check our Welcome Guide for an extensive list of restaurants, festivals, winter fun, fall foliage and more.  You can also learn more about the following:

• DOWNHILL SKIING & SNOWBOARDINGDOWNHILL SKIING & SNOWBOARDING
• ICE FISHING
• POLAR PLUNGE
• SNOWMOBILE TOURS
• SNOW TUBING
• ADIRONDACK WINERY
• FARMERS MARKET
• OKTOBERFEST
• WINTER CARNIVAL
• ADIRONDACK MARATHON
• JAZZ FESTIVAL
• AMERICADE
• BALLONFEST
• MUSIC & FIREWORKS
• ADIRONDACK WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
• RESTAURANTS & NIGHT SPOTS