About Lake George

Queen of American Lakes

Lake George carries with it a reputation of near unparalleled beauty.

The body of water is conveniently located between New York City and Montreal, Canada and just south of the Adirondack Mountains.

Samuel de Champlain found the lake in 1609 and was renamed after King George II after the French and Indian War. The body of water played a supporting role in several battles and hosted many prominent historical figures including Thomas Jefferson.

Nature-Made Beauty

Lake George is a glacial lake that sprawls over 28,000 acres. At its deepest, Lake George plunges down to 200 feet with an average depth of 82 feet.

The Lake George Park Commission oversees the lake's water levels while it decreases 12-16 inches every winter and fluctuates about five to six inches during the summer.

So Much Room for Activities

Lake George offers enjoyable activities for all ages and contains some of the clearest, cleanest water in New York.

Water-sports and motorboats are allowed on the lake and there are several local marinas offering boat and jet ski rentals.

Scuba diving is also popular. Divers often discover old shipwrecks, sunken cannons, and much more.

The southern shore of Lake George is covered with activities and events including wax museums, cruise ships, mini-golf, and other tourist attractions. A popular place to visit is the Fort William Henry Museum and Restoration, where you can experience how soldiers fought and died in the wilderness during the French and Indian War.

North of the lake is free from the hustle and bustle of tourism offerings and is the perfect area to enjoy lake life at its finest.

Shelving Rock Falls resides on the eastern shore of Lake George. It features a two-mile hike to a serene and beautiful waterfall.

Fun and Fishing

Fishing is an all-time favorite on Lake George, especially ice fishing in the winter. In the spring and summer months, anglers can find everything from largemouth bass to landlocked salmon, lake and rainbow trouts and yellow perch.

Its pure waters and historic features make living on Lake George an amazing experience. Come to Lake George to experience the beauty of lake life, all while being less than three hours from New York City and Montreal, Canada.

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