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ADK Talks brings you the stories behind the people, places, and things to do in the Adirondack Park of New York State. With 6 million acres, the Adirondacks are the ultimate playground.
We take you beyond the guidebooks and into the heart of one of America's most breathtaking regions. Just like we do on our website, adktaste.com, our podcast uncovers the hidden gems of the Adirondacks, offering hand-picked recommendations for the best places to stay, eat, shop and do in the Adirondack Park.
But this isn't just about places. It's about the people who make the Adirondacks so special and unique. In each episode, we talk to people from all walks of life—restauranteurs, farmers, innkeepers, historians, artists, local leaders, writers, hikers, and more. Hear real stories about what they do, their passions, and how they found their way here.
And they'll share their insider tips on the best things to see and do in the Adirondacks – insights you won't find anywhere else.
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Our Best Travel Tips - Lake George Edit: Where to Stay, What to See, and What to Skip.
Our Best Travel Tips - Lake George Edit: Where to Stay, What to See, and What to Skip.
Planning a trip to Lake George? This episode is for you. Jane and Steve crack open the listener mailbag and serve up answers to your most-asked questions about where to stay, what to do, and where to eat in the iconic Lake George region.
You’ll learn:
- The difference between Lake George Village, Bolton Landing, Hague & Silver Bay
- The best hikes and scenic drives for jaw-dropping lake views
- Fantastic eats, from fine dining to barbecue joints and award-winning cheese makers
- Cultural attractions beyond the water: art museums, opera houses, and jazz festivals
Plus, we name-drop Rachel Ray, revisit our favorite old-school steakhouses, and even explain the world-famous Lake George Winter Carnival outhouse races.
If you’ve ever asked, “Is Lake George Village worth visiting?” — we’ve got thoughts.
Mentioned in this Episode:
- Silver Bay YMCA Family Resort
- The Sagamore Resort
- Million Dollar Beach
- Lake George Arts Project
- Up Yonda Farm
- Amy’s Park
- Six Flags The Great Escape
- Mountain View Rocking B Ranch
- Circle B Ranch
- ADKX
- The Boardwalk
- The Courthouse Gallery
- Chic’s Marina
- Brodie’s Lakeside Marina
- Yankee Marina
- Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway
- Buck Mountain Trail
- Lake George Steamboat Company & Waterfront Cruises
- Beyond the Sea
- Lizzie Keays
- Caldwell House
- Le Roux Bistro
- The Gem Smokehouse
- The Ridge Terrace
- Nettle Meadow at the Hitching Post
- Hyde Collection
- Sembrich Museum
- Jazz at the Lake Festival
- Seagle Festival
- Lake George Baking Company