DESKTOP

Mobile navigation

5 Family-Friendly Activities for Your Lake George Vacation

lake george swimmers

Lake George is a popular family vacation destination with fun for adults and kids all ages. From amusement parks and beaches to mini golf and go-karts, you’ll find a variety of kid-friendly things to do in the area. Start planning your Lake George vacation, and be sure to include these top five family-friendly activities on your itinerary.

Amusement & Water Parks

If you like coasters, water rides and shows, Six Flags Great Escape & Hurricane Harbor is a great addition to your Lake George vacation, and a crowd-pleaser for adults and kids of all ages. Lake George Expedition Park is another family-friendly amusement park in the area. Walk among life-sized dinosaurs in Dino Roar Valley and ride the Tilt-a-Whirl in the Magic Forest.

Drive-In Movies

Take a step back in time on your Lake George vacation with a night at the Glen Drive-In Movie Theater. One of only a few drive-in movie theaters left in the U.S., the Glen Drive-In is open all summer long and offers a rotating schedule of double feature films on two screens. There’s also a concession stand onsite with all your favorite movie refreshments.

Lake George Beaches

Spend your Lake George Vacation enjoying the surf and sand. Million Dollar Beach is the largest and most popular spot, while Usher Park Beach is ideal for smaller children. There’s also Shepard Park Beach in the heart of Lake George Village, and Rogers Memorial Park Beach and Veteran’s Memorial Park Beach in Bolton Landing.

Mini Golf & Go-Karts

No Lake George vacation is complete until you’ve played at least one round of mini golf. Head to Beach Road in Lake George for a game of putt-putt at Around the World Mini Golf, or venture south of Lake George Village to Goony Golf, Lumberjack Pass Miniature Golf and Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf of Lake George. For even more fun, challenge the kids to a little family-friendly competition on the go-kart track at Adventure Family Fun Center or The Fun Spot.

Adventure Sports

For families seeking a more adrenaline-filled Lake George Vacation, try parasailing over Lake George with Parasail Joe’s or test your skills at Adirondack Extreme aerial adventure course and zipline park in Bolton Landing. Nearby Lake Luzerne, NY also offers a variety of family-friendly activities, including whitewater rafting at Sacandaga Outdoor Center, tubing on the Hudson River with Tubby Tubes, horseback riding at Mountain View Rocking B Ranch and great family entertainment at the Painted Pony Championship Rodeo.

Family-Friendly Lake George Vacation Rentals

Northern Living features several family-friendly Lake George vacation rentals with game rooms, home theaters, and direct lake access. In addition, families staying at Lakefront LookoutLakeside Retreat, and the Shoreline Chateau on Hadlock Lake in Fort Ann, NY also have access to our exclusive Paradox Park, featuring a playground, basketball court, tetherball, a treehouse and much more.

Browse our Lake George vacation rentals or contact us and allow our concierge professionals to personally pair you with the perfect rental for your Lake George vacation.

Find the perfect vacation rental.

Northern Living can help you find the perfect vacation rental in Lake George. The many important details involved in the process can seem challenging – our goal is to make it a stress-free and enjoyable experience.

best of the region 2024
best of the region 2023
best of the region 2020