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Yankee Boating Center

4.1 (58 reviews)
Closed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Aaron H.

My family and I planned a trip to Lake George and when we arrived we immediately decided to rent a boat. We wanted a fishing boat and also wanted one that could tow an Airhead Tube. We called around to a couple of different marinas the night before and decided on Yankee because the full day rate was great at $410 for a full day and $30 for tube rental. Yankee also had a boat that fit 4-5 people with a 90 horse power motor which is appropriate for fishing and tubing. The woman that helped us on the phone was very kind and both her and her daughter reserved a bit without a card, the same morning we picked it up. They were very busy and when we arrived at 10:30 am we found out that we got the last boat. Several pontoon boats had already been rented and although the place was slammed, the staff was extremely patient and showed us a map with areas to fish and to dock up. The boat was very fast and in great shape. We used it from 11 am to 5 Pm and we used 5 gallons of gas during that period, which cost an extra $40 when the day was over. So the total day was $480, and we had an amazing time. We caught fish, went tubing and it was a blast.

Lindsay L.

We rented an 18 ft for 3 hrs & it was a very clean & new boat. Great deal for off season boating. If in the area & looking to rent a boat, I believe this is the best place. They allow dogs as well which is an added bonus.

Larry J.

What a difference attitude makes. Last year we had a horrible experience with incredibly mean, rude and crude marina management (Lyin' Tony at Chic's Marina) on Lake George, but the experience at Yankee Boating couldn't have been better! Nice people, efficient service and much, much better boats. Lake George is beautiful, but any excursion can be spoiled by nasty people. The good folks at Yankee don't start you off with belligerent tirades. Plus, parking is right on the premises and not across a busy highway like at Chic's. We highly recommend!

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Had a great experience with the staff. Friendly and willing to provide pointers of where to go and what to avoid.

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Professional, friendly service and a nice rental fleet!

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Very nice people. Bost was in great condition. Reasonable price. Much better experience than at Chick's marina

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Devocean Watersports

Devocean Watersports

5.0(99 reviews)
3.5 mi

Found this on the internet yesterday…read more Sad and tragic news regarding Tom. ----- Obituary for Thomas P. Jones V November 29, 1987-August 18, 2022 Thomas P. Jones V has sadly passed away on the evening of August 18, 2022, as a result of a motorcycle accident. He died doing something he truly enjoyed. Thomas graduated from South Glens Falls in 2006 and continued on to get an Associate's degree from ACC. After graduating from ACC, he worked at Trustco bank in South Glens Falls for a short time until he realized that he had to follow his dreams. Five years ago, he decided he wanted to open his own business and that is when Devocean Watersports was born. He managed to put together a great team of employees that helped him with boat charters and jet-ski tours on Lake George, out of the hotel "Twin Birches." Thomas loved his business and put everything he had into it. His smile and enthusiasm was infectious to everyone he met along his journey in life. He really enjoyed teaching people how to do things that was out of their norm. Thomas also made many friends down in Marathon within the keys were he went every winter, enjoying life to the fullest. He was predeceased by his father Thomas P. Jones IV. Thomas is survived by his mother Denise Jones, his brother Patrick Jones, his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bowen and two uncles Christopher and Bob Bowen. Family and friends may call from 10 am to 12 noon on Monday, August 29, 2022 at Regan Denny Stafford Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Rd., Queensbury, NY. Burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery, Queensbury, NY. A celebration of Thomas' life will continue at the Highland Country Club immediately following the burial. Please no suits, wear flip flops and don't forget to bring stickers. https://www.sbfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Thomas-Jones-123/#!/Obituary ------ Tom, May You Rest In Eternal Peace. I always, and I mean ALWAYS, had a great time jet skiing with you every summer since you opened your business in 2017. My most sincere condolences to your family and friends. Until we meet again...

5 Stars, Don't look anywhere else in the Lake George area! It was pricey but the length of time…read morethey take you on the lake is Insane! Our Guide Zach was an absolute pleasure and if you have any option I would recommend 10/10. We will be returning and asking for him each time! Great spot, Great ride. All you need! Also their training video was 10/10 go Jennifer and Stephanie!!

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Lake George Shoreline Cruise - We got there 30 minutes early because seating is first come first serve.

Lake George Shoreline Cruise

3.1(39 reviews)
3.6 mi

We did the 1 hour cruise on the Horicon last week while on our vacation in Lake George. It's a…read moregreat way to take in all the scenic views of the lake, and get a little history lesson to boot. We also enjoyed a few cocktails from the bar. The cruise is dog friendly too, that was important for us, because our mini-poodle wanted to go. Reading many negative reviews concerning the crew, but we thought they were friendly & very professional. The Captain is proud native of the area. We'd recommend this shoreline cruise to any First Timers to Lake George. But basically, it's the kind of activity you do once, One & Done.

What a disappointing experience to start off 2024!…read more Overpriced and underdelivered! Terrible value for the cost. The food was poor and ran out early on. The first deck was overcrowded making exit in case of an emergency nearly impossible and producing a disaster. The first deck was very cold despite being advertised as heated. Only the crowd did anything to warm up the room. The price of $50 per person was overly expensive and we were unaware, until boarding, that it included food and entertainment at the restaurant on land. We were not interested and would have preferred a two-tier price structure. Also, the window flaps were filthy and we could barfely see outside. I will not book with you again.

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Lake George Shoreline Cruise - You can get an idea of the filth on the "windows"

You can get an idea of the filth on the "windows"

Lake George Shoreline Cruise - Adirondac after an evening cruise.

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Adirondac after an evening cruise.

Parasail Joe's

Parasail Joe's

4.9(32 reviews)
3.6 mi

Such an excellent experience from start to finish! Everyone was well informed and explained…read moreeverything perfectly. The views were absolutely stunning and I'm sure we will be talking about this experience for years!

A Great Family Bucket List Event!…read moreWouldn't have thought of doing this, but any visit to southern end of Lake George makes the parasails hard to miss. Figured, why not; glad we did) SCHEDULING: 4 We visited Lake George on Tuesday & decided to parasail on Wednesday. Drove back (an hour) to see nobody PS'ing on the lake. "Closed". Cued to go online to book, which in turn 'call to schedule'. Done. CUSTOMER SERVICE: 5 Kiosks process was smooth with obligatory liability waiver, suiting up with life jacket and harness. Crew was friendly while efficient getting us situated on boat - with a final point that there is a very small possibility "you'll get wet"....so plan accordingly. Adding, "We have waterproof phone sleeves with lanyards should you wish to take those up with you for pics." (Note: competitor company advises that use of one's personal electronics is a safety hazard and banned from use on their boats - they offered a $30 photo service shot from the boat) The RIDE: Customers wait their turn to go up, turns out party of three will always to slotted to go up together to save time (max weight 500lbs). Solo flights could only happen if one is over 200 lbs. Tandems are fun with parent and kid combos. You're harnessed onto the parasail and are supporting rope is winched out hundreds of feet, pulled by along by boat. Higher than I expected. Duration is approximately 10 minutes which I didn't time - but seemed plenty enough. Crew offered a water touchdown which amounts to be let down into the lake for a momentary wetting.....and lifted back up before final boat landing. (We asked for feet only which was plenty wet for our purposes) NEXT TIME: My kids & I would definitely use Joe's service again on our next trip up to Lake George- Best value of the two vendor (personal photo op from height). What would I do different? Take wide angle selfie video of flight & ask for a deeper water touchdown mid flight. *BONUS: - Now for a 10 year old's perspective... Parasail joes was awesome. It was thrilling ,scary ,fun all that stuff .It was pretty cool and it was my first time parasailing and it was pretty cool there might be a better place so I can't completely say five star but it's good for a first time and I might change my opinion later sooooooo yeah.

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Parasail Joe's - Sailing high.

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Sailing high.

Yankee Boating Center - boating - Updated May 2026

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