Lake George Area

01/23/2025

It's all in the icy details! What sculpture are you most excited to see? 🧊 Here's a behind-the-scenes look at The Sagamore Resort's Glacier Ice Bar & Lounge, open Jan. 24 & 25, and Jan. 31 & Feb. 1!
Photo Credit: Kacey O'Brien - Warren County Tourism Department/Lake George Area

01/22/2025

The slopes are calling! 🎿 Lake George Area's three incredible ski resorts - Gore Mountain, West Mountain, & Hickory Ski Center - offer pristine trails, varied terrain, and stunning winter scenery for seasoned pros and beginners!

Calling all skiiers (and snowboarders)! The Lake George Area is home to three premier ski resorts with some of the best and biggest trails around. Hit the slopes with us today!

01/21/2025

Get ready for some January excitement! This week's upcoming events include the first weekend of frozen fun at our ice bars, dazzling displays at Lights on the Lake, and two action-packed Adirondack Thunder ice hockey home games! ⬇

There's no such thing as a boring stay in the Lake George Area. Festivals, fireworks, free events there's always an event to attend and celebrate.

01/20/2025

It’s all Gouda in the Lake George Area on National Cheese Lovers’ Day! 🧀 Celebrate at Nettle Meadow’s Hitching Post Tavern and Cheese Shop, where you Brie-long, enjoying a delicious charcuterie board or indulging in cheese tastings!

The historic Hitching Post in Lake Luzerne is home to Nettle Meadow's 2nd location with a cheese plant, viewing room, retail space, and the Tasting Room Tavern. Shop gourmet cheese, charcuterie foods, and artisan wares. The tavern & Sunday brunch menus feature Nettle Meadow's award-winning chees...

01/16/2025

Join us for a night full of winter fun during Fire on the Mountain, February 15! Enjoy skiing and tubing, a torch-lit parade, fireworks, fiery food & drink specials, live music, and more - all at West Mountain! 🎿

Ski and ride in a torch-lit parade at Fire on the Mountain! Head to West Mountain for an awesome night of skiing, tubing, live music, and fireworks! Don't miss the famous torch-lit parade, and the fireworks will be set off shortly after. Enjoy live music with Ten Most Wanted so you can dance the nig...

01/15/2025

The countdown has begun - the Brant Lake Winter Carnival is February 15! A highlight of the season, this event features the widely popular outhouse races and other activities: fry pan toss, curling, broomball, human foosball, & more. Plus, fireworks at dusk to wrap up the festivities!

This is winter fun for everyone on beautiful Brant Lake! The Brant Lake Winter Carnival is an absolute blast on ice! This winter carnival features the always riveting Outhouse Races, which stars decorated and occupied outhouses that are pushed on skis. Prize money for the Outhouse Races totals $1,00...

01/13/2025

Break out those augers and tip-ups! The ice has set in the Lake George Area, turning it into an angler's paradise once again. 🧊🎣 Tap the link below to find a few of our favorite publicly accessible ice fishing spots! ⬇

The Lake George Area is a paradise for anglers year-round, but winter’s ice is special to many. It allows access to many sections of lakes and ponds that would otherwise be tough to fish for those who don’t have a boat. That means some of the best trout and salmon fishing spots become....

01/12/2025

Winter carnival season is right around the corner, and we have all the information you need about these annual events! ⛄️Tap the link below for a preview of the frosty fun you can expect at the Lake George Winter Carnival & Brant Lake Winter Carnival!

Do you crave fun and excitement in the heart of winter? Check out these Winter Carnivals happening in the Lake George Area.

01/09/2025

2025 is the year of the "destination dupe" and the Adirondack Mountains are ready for more attention! The only U.S. destination to make the "Not Hot List" for underrated destinations that you should visit instead!

Go beyond what's familiar and explore the lesser-known destinations with our Not Hot List 2025.

01/09/2025

🏂 Ready to embrace the winter chill and carve up some Adirondack slopes? This is your ultimate guide to skiing & shredding the Lake George Area! Plus, we're sharing après-ski spots and other fun activities to help you make the most of your time in the mountains.

*Updated on January 3, 2025. With another Adirondack winter fast approaching, it’s time to get excited for skiing and shredding the slopes of the Lake George Area. If it’s anything like last year’s, an avalanche of snow is in the forecast. The region’s ski centers are har...

01/08/2025

Bundle up for a cool adventure around the Lake George Area's ice bars, featuring hand-carved sculptures and signature cocktails for a truly unique atmosphere! ⬇🧊🍸

Check out the coolest hangouts this winter season by exploring the various Ice Bars in the Lake George Area.

01/08/2025

Hometown hockey is in full swing! Step into the electrifying atmosphere at the Cool Insuring Arena during the Adirondack Thunder Hockey Season! 🏒🥅 Get your tickets today for a schedule jam-packed with can't-miss action on the ice, giveaways, & special offerings.

Experience hard-hitting hockey action in downtown Glens Falls! The Adirondack Thunder, an East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) affiliate of the NHL's New Jersey Devils, play rough 'n' tough, lightning fast, hard-hitting hockey all season long at the Cool Insuring Arena! These hockey match-ups are perfect...

01/07/2025

Mark your calendars for the Lake George Winter Carnival, weekends in February! Are you ready for thrilling outhouse races, mouthwatering cook-offs, dazzling fireworks, and motorcycle, car, & ATV races? Tap the link for the schedule, including more frozen fun! ⬇

The Lake George Winter Carnival has celebrated Adirondack family fun every winter since 1961! Scroll down for an in-depth schedule and details on the Lake George Winter Carnival's daily activities! Every Saturday and Sunday in February, winter enthusiasts flock to Lake George Village to watch, suppo...

01/07/2025

The Lake George Area is a winter wonderland full of activities! Ski the slopes, venture to frozen waterways for ice fishing, explore snowshoe or snowmobile trails, delight in winter events, & more. Embrace the season to its fullest, right here in New York's Adirondack Mountains!

Ski the 3 this winter! The Lake George Area has three premier ski resorts Gore, West, and Hickory with miles of snow-covered trails.

01/06/2025

Discover a world of indoor fun in the Lake George Area! Here are the best spots to stay warm and have a blast, without letting the winter weather put a damper on your vacation! ⬇

A winter getaway doesn't have to be for the outdoor enthusiasts. Check out these 10 fun Indoor Activities to combat the cold in the Lake George Area.

01/05/2025

Do you hear that? It's National Bird Day and, despite the cold, some of our feathered friends are still chirping about in the Lake George Area! 🐦 Check out this guide for the best locations & tips on birdwatching in winter!

Birdsong floats to our ears as soon the snow begins to melt in the spring and until the leaves drop in autumn. The reappearance of migratory and native bird species after a harsh winter marks an exciting new beginning to birding season. Pileated woodpeckers chip away in Adirondack forests and bald

01/04/2025

Put your knowledge to the test on National Trivia Day! Enjoy a fun night out with family & friends at these spots in the Lake George Area where you can showcase your wits, socialize, and savor a drink! ⬇

Craving a bit of nighttime excitement? Check out these local trivia and karaoke nights happening regularly in the Lake George Area!

01/03/2025

It's time to pack your bags and make a winter escape! ❄ Whether you're seeking a snowy adventure or a cozy retreat, here are 12 enchanting Lake George Area locations where you can enjoy a seasonal getaway in the Adirondack Mountains!

*Updated September 13, 2024. If heading to the great outdoors is the escape plan, you can’t do any better than these 12 towns for a winter getaway: 1. North Creek This vibrant, yet hidden, Adirondack town is at the base of soaring Gore Mountain. Unpack at Garnet Hill Lodge or any number of co...