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Top 10 Things to Do in Bolton Landing

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Located on the shores of Lake George, Bolton Landing is a charming and sophisticated lakeside town just north of Lake George Village. In addition to its many shops and restaurants along Lake Shore Drive, Bolton Landing features world-class golf, beaches, luxury vacation home rentals, and a variety of things to see and do.

10. Beaches

Bolton Landing offers not one, but two beautiful beaches. Rogers Memorial Park Beach and Veteran’s Memorial Park Beach are open from 7 am to 11 pm, and feature sandy shorelines, designated swimming areas and lifeguards, as well as restrooms, parking and picnic areas.

9. Boat & Kayak Rentals

Several marinas in Bolton Landing, including Chic’s Marina, F.R. Smith & Sons, and Bolton Boat Rentals, offer a wide selection of boats for rent, as well as waverunners, jet skis, water skis and wakeboards. You can also rent your own stand-up paddleboards, canoes and kayaks at Lake George Kayak Company, and book a charter boat or tours with Boating with Bob and Bolton Boat Tours & Water Sports.

8. Championship Golf

With its narrow, hardwood-lined fairways, deep bunkers and undulating greens, Sagamore Golf Course is as beautiful as it is challenging. The 18-hole, par-70 championship golf course is located at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, and features a practice range, professional golf instruction and a Pro Shop.

7. Farmer’s Market

Shop like a local at the Bolton Landing Farmers Market. Located at 7 Goodman Avenue, the market is held every Friday from 9 am to 2 pm, starting at the end of June and continuing through Labor Day Weekend. Find fresh, local produce, plants, crafts, gifts and more, and enjoy live music and events.

6. Movies in the Park

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for free movies under the stars every Wednesday evening in July and August. Hosted by the Bolton Chamber, Movies in the Park features a different family-friendly film each week. The event is held in Rogers Memorial Park or inside Town Hall if it rains.

5. Shops & Restaurants

Lake Shore Drive in Bolton Landing is lined with unique shops for clothing, books, antiques, home décor and souvenirs, as well as a variety of top-rated restaurants and watering holes, including a local brewery and a distillery. For waterfront dining in Bolton Landing, visit The Chateau on the Lake or The Algonquin.

4. Hikes

The Lake George Region offers many options for hiking, and Bolton Landing is no exception. The Pinnacle Trail features a moderate 1.5-mile hike with spectacular views of Lake George and the surrounding mountains, while Cat Mountain is a bit more challenging with equally amazing panoramas.

3. Igloo Dining & Ice Bar

During the winter months, enjoy handcrafted food and cocktails inside a heated igloo at The Barrel restaurant in Bolton Landing, and challenge your party to a curling match on one of the reservable rinks. The Glacier Ice Bar & Lounge at The Sagamore Resort is another Bolton landing must, offering amazing views of Lake George, Dome Island and the Narrows.

2. Butterfly Garden

Located at Up Yonda Farm & Environmental Education Center in Bolton Landing, the butterfly garden is open June through September, and offers a unique look at butterflies in all stages of their life cycle. You can also take advantage of the center’s science programs, exhibits and nature trails.

1. Zipline Park

Great for ages 6 and older, Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course in Bolton Landing offers several treetop adventures, including two designated courses for younger children and multiple courses for adults and older kids, featuring more than 100 obstacles and as many as 15 ziplines.

Where to Stay in Bolton Landing

Bolton Landing offers a true Adirondack getaway with a variety of things to do and wide breadth of luxury vacation home rentals, including relaxing lakeside cottages, romantic mountaintop cabins, golf retreats and private custom homes with upscale amenities, such as lake access, dock space, hot tubs and fireplaces.

Browse our Bolton Landing vacation rentals, including Bolton Manor, Bolton Bear House, Bolton Beach House, the Sagamore Golf House, and many more, or contact Northern Living NY and allow our concierge professionals to personally pair you with the perfect home for your Bolton Landing vacation.

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