THINGS TO DO
Looking for some other fun things to do in the area? Here are some suggestions!
The World's Largest Garage Sale
On September 29 & 30, 2018 more than 500 vendors from across the nation set up shop in Warrensburg, New York. This two day, town wide sale is truly a shoppers paradise where you will find antiques, memorabilia, clothing, furniture, electronics, children's items and much much more! Visitors will also enjoy food, music and the local culture and hospitality of the Adirondack community.
Around the World
Around the World Golf is considered one of the oldest and most original miniature golf courses in the Lake George area. This miniature golf course has two sides – Around the World and Around the USA. Rated consistently as one of the best golf courses in the U.S., these courses are challenging, informative, and fun for the whole family.
Black Mountain
Black Mountain and Lake George Trail is a 7.7 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Clemons, New York that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding and is best used from May until October. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
Million Dollar Beach
Lake George (Million Dollar) Beach is a popular area beach with lifeguards, showers, picnic areas with grills, lots of room to swim, and parking for 200 cars. It also features a state-run, public boat launch with a boat inspection station.
Million Dollar Beach is the largest and most popular beach in Lake George. It is state-run, clean, and family friendly.
Beach Road, Lake George NY
$10 parking per car
(518) 668-3352
Shelving Rock Falls
A serene and beautiful waterfall located along an unmarked hiking trail in the Lake George system.
Shelving Rock Summit is a 1.7 mile hike (3.4 round trip) on the Eastern side of Lake George that usually takes around an hour or so to get up. Shelving Rock Falls, is an easy hike along a waterfall to the shores of Lake George.
Oscar's Smokehouse
High in the Adirondack Mountains, located at the bottom of Hackinsack Mountain in Warrensburg, NY, is where you will find Oscar’s Adirondack Mountain Smoke House. The unique quality and flavor of Oscar’s smoked meats have been tasted and enjoyed all over the world since 1946.
Natural Stone Bridge & Caves
Scenic, riverside hiking area featuring grottos, lighted caves & waterfalls, plus guided tours. The massive stone bridge arch (largest marble cave entrance in the east) dominates this spectacular display of Adirondack geology.
Currently 14.5 miles of trails are available for exploration, including the Natural Stone Bridge, Sawmill waterfalls and ice flows.
Lake George Brew House
Lake George Brew House offers a draft selection of over 15 different beers that are brewed on premise. The facility features a 50-barrel brewing system, a bottling and canning line, and a 3,000 square-foot taproom. The taproom offers tours, tastings, pints, growler fills, bottled and canned beer to take home, and merchandise.
Star Trek Original Series Tour
When the STAR TREK television series was canceled in 1969, the original sets were dismantled and largely destroyed, only a few small items of the actual sets remain today, and those that have survived are in private collections. Trek superfan James Cawley began the process of rebuilding the sets just as they would have been seen 50 years ago when the series was being filmed, a 14 year journey has culminated in the most accurate rebuild of the original sets, and is now open and welcoming Trekkies from all over the world!
Lake George Steamboat Company
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 Sacrement. From 1 hour cruises to the only complete tour of historic and scenic Lake George, The Queen of American Lakes.
The things below aren't exactly nearby, but they could be on the way if you're adventuring!
Storm King Art Center
Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture and site-specific commissions under open sky. Since 1960, Storm King has been dedicated to stewarding the hills, meadows, and forests of its site and surrounding landscape. Building on the visionary thinking of its founders, Storm King supports artists and some of their most ambitious works. Changing exhibitions, programming, and seasons offer discoveries with every visit.
Phoenicia Diner
Built in 1962 and moved to the Catskills in the early 80s, the Phoenicia Diner has a long history of serving customers who are drawn to the Catskills’ natural beauty. An oldschool diner, with fresh seasonal ingredients and a focus on farm to table. The menu divides almost 50-50 into revamped diner classics and modish modern fare.
Kate's Lazy Meadow Motel
Kate's Lazy Meadow is an award winning hotel created by Kate Pierson of the B-52's and her partner, Monica Coleman. Located in Mount Tremper, NY near Woodstock in the Catskill Mountains. Nine atomically designed, mid-century modern suites sit directly on the Esopus Creek. Included are 3 satellite cottages, all within 5 miles of the main property.
Walkway Over the Hudson
Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park is a linear walkway spanning the Hudson River. At 212 feet tall and 1.28 miles long, it is the longest, elevated pedestrian bridge in the world. Walkway State Park is open year-round, weather conditions permitting.