Lake George travel guide
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You're Going to Love Lake George
With a population of 890, Lake George is a must-see destination in New York State, United States.
Where to Eat in Lake George
If you’re looking for affordable options, gaslight. (91 Canada St) and The Boathouse Restaurant - NY (3210 Lake Shore Drive) are great picks.
When to visit Lake George
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake George in July, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -14 °C, with an average temperature of -8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 90 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Lake George, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.
How to Get to Lake George
Plane
Although Lake George doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Albany Intl (ALB), which is located 76 km from Lake George.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Lake George. The train journey from Lake George to Burlington takes 1h 54m and costs around $37 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $123 for a 5h 27m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Lake George is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 297 km from Lake George. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Sixt, among others, in New York.
Bus
Amtrak operates bus routes to Lake George. Lake George’s bus station is located 0.1 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Lake George
Where to stay in Lake George
Average rates range from around $312 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $261 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Pinebrook Motel and Colonel Williams Resort and Suites.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lake George
Most booked hotels in Lake George
Hiring a car in Lake George
Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Lake George (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.26 and $29.68.