Lake George has a breathtaking view and overall good feel to it…read more Plenty to do in the surrounding area. I was there specifically for the Lake George steamboat experience and the Fort William Henry museum. Great food choices nearby as well!

On my visit to Lake George 4/30-5/4/2026. My opinion and rationale' thoughts about Lake George …read more When I arrived? Honesty' Well, I will give Lake George a 4 rating for ambiance... clearly for its recreational warmth and a very tasteful (3) on the culinary apprise for all venue date-night seekers. That's if you're hungry for anything else, other than fresh "fish". I've experience a beautiful channel of water ways. Pilot channel with scenic sidewalks and remote bayside channel of restaurants and family oriented activities. But' My choice was the fish and I did not experience that. Hook line and sinker? "Nemo" he's my favorite! My opinion is this Lake George "Reservoir needs-a fish revival.‍ That's it'... where are the damn fish. Stock this channel with a variety of choice -like fish. And, this reservoir monument will be a historic go-to-place....forever. You've been informed.

Nice parking, trails maintained. Although needed more sign in sheets. The hike was easy to…read moremoderate. The view from the gazebo was great even on a greyish day. The waterfall had no water! Been so dry can understand why. Nice rock formations and can imagine what it might look like flowing. The Blue trail to the waterfall was wide and easier than then the orange overlook. If you hustle can take less than 2 hours. Like the signs with good info too. Nice hike. Not a big one.

ok this was more like a one hour one wAy hike. nice view at the top. it was the wrong time of year…read morefor the waterfall and we were too tired to try.

Beautiful and well maintained park in Saratoga springs. I enjoyed walking around and taking in the…read moresights. Lots of ducks on site and they came up to us, as it seems they may be used to people feeding them. I didn't have anything to give them so they were curious for a moment and then let us be. Enjoyed the fountains and gardens on display. If you're brave try a sip of the mineral water.

Congress Park is beautiful year round. It's well maintained and just a lovely place to rest as well…read moreas walk around. It's very picturesque and it's located in downtown Saratoga Springs. It's pet friendly and a great place to come alone, or with friends and or family. Where else can you have a picnic as well as shop nearby? I also highly recommend stopping into the Saratoga History Museum located in the Canfield Casino right inside the park. It's a very interesting place to spend an hour or so. A must do when you're in town!!!

Very large campground and lots of trees--the sites all were covered. A TON of mosquitoes but it…read morealso did rain everyday. The bathrooms are a hot mess and dark (at least by campsites 1-30) and the showers are beat as well. Beach is nice, water is great, but the rules posted are not the rules they go by. Case in point, the paperwork said you can have two cars but check in says one, and charged our second car $10. I probably wouldn't return. Also the grate over the grill was too spaced and we couldn't put anything smallish on it and had to buy disposable grates.

I have visited this beach site twice. The view and location is amazing (great for walking around)…read more The beach is so-so. I didn't trust the waters enough to swim in it.

This is the 'best' tasting springs in Saratoga, and I've tried them all. And by best, I mean this…read moreone has that nice mix of salt/blood/iron and a smell of rotten eggs. But the water is great and I've never gotten sick from it. When I was in Saratoga in April 2024 this spring was still turned off. The Big Red Spring inside the Race Course is back on as of June 2024 and I think the taste of it as about as close as you are going to get to Hathorn Spring No. 1

Do you was a free bottle of carbonated drink....just get your own bottle and fill them up for free…read moreat this spring. Hathorn Spring No. 1 is located on the Northeast corner of Putnam and Springs Streets, right in the heart of Saratoga Springs. The spring was scovered in 1866, by a workman, Samuel Freeburn, while digging an excavation for Congress Hall.The spring is named after Henry H, Hathorn owner of the Congress Hotel. The natural spring has a tap running 24/7 and is highly-carbonated water of an Alkaline-Saline flavor noted for its high mineral content, and renowned as a digestive curative. The water tastes a Lil salty and fell a tiny bit of carbonation that can cause a tingle.

Visited on a Thursday afternoon. I can't think of a time I was at a more peaceful place. Full of…read morenature and no sounds of traffic. It's small but worth a stop to see and just find nature for a while if in Bolton Landing. Lots of parking. VERY easy to get to. The setting is fabulous.

A new nature preserve owned by Saratoga PLAN that features miles of marked hiking trails. The…read moretrail starts out on Homestead Rd but can also be accessed from the nearby Wilton Wildlife Preserve trails off of Preserve Way and also from the Nature Conservancy trails off of Ruggles Rd. The three trail systems connect unofficially for now but work is being done to make the connecting trails official and have them marked and maintained. Care of the Coldbrook Preserve is done by several volunteer stewards and additional help is always desired. Contact Saratoga PLAN if interested in helping out here or contact me as I'm one of the Stewards of this preserve. The trails are all what I would classify as easy terrain and family friendly. Most of the trails are flat and with a few hills and minor stream crossings. Walk way bridges are planned to span the water but for now are crossible with the primitive structures already in place. An endangered species of turtle inhabits some of the wetlands the trails go through and there are benches along the trails to allow visitors places to rest and quietly observe the wildlife we share this area with. Please carry out all trash you bring in here. There are also several geocaches placed throughout the preserve and adjacent preserves so there is always more fun for all to enjoy this gift of nature.

Totally beautiful and not crowded which is perfect for social distancing. Pine needle covered…read moretrails, a few hills but great for all. Can be a little muddy so don't dress up!!

What a gem! We visited the area from San Diego and a friend suggested to stop over at the Grant…read moreCottage. This is a great move for any history buff. The home is in the original condition the way President Grant and his family would have experienced it, meticulously maintained by a knowledgeable staff and volunteers. I had a great time and learned a lot. Highly recommend!

My visit to Grant's Cottage was amazing. I learned so much about his last days and how he provided…read morefor his family. The staff and tour guide here are all very informative and friendly. The grounds are well kept and the cottage itself is well preserved. I have no words to describe the breathtaking outdoor overlook. It is not to be missed. Everything within Grant's Cottage is well maintained and you truly feel as if you are brought back to the 1800's. You will enjoy the tour whether you are a history buff or just looking to gain knowledge about President Grant. I highly recommend!!