Lake George Named New York's 'Most Beautiful Weekend Road Trip'

Winter, spring, summer, or fall, it's one of New York's favorite destinations.

Let's be honest. We could be talking about a number of spots in the Adirondacks: Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Speculator, Long Lake...the list goes on and on. But for one travel website, one Adirondack destination rises above the rest as New York state's best weekend getaway.

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The travel gurus of Love Exploring have named the "most beautiful weekend road trip" in every state and said New York's top destination is the "top way to escape the Big Apple's buzz" for a weekend especially in the fall with a long drive through all that beautiful foliage. But we know this local spot is the ultimate escape from everyday life in any New York town or city.

Lake George Named New York's 'Most Beautiful Weekend Road Trip'

Of course, we are talking about Lake George! Is there a better way to spend a weekend away in the Adirondacks? From its pure natural beauty to the great restaurants and shopping to the awesome resorts, there is plenty to do and see. You can splurge a little bit or enjoy a great weekend on a budget - the options are endless. And the best part? For most of us here in the Capital Region it is such a close drive - even day trips are a great option for a mini-escape from daily life.

Whether it is a hike or drive up Prospect Mountain, a day at the Great Escape, or a quick trip to Martha's for ice cream, Lake George's close proximity makes it a great one-day stop as well!

See The Gorgeous $8.5 Million Home On Lake George With One-Of-A Kind Indoor Pool

Yes, you can look at one beautiful body of water while swimming in your own indoor body of water. That is just one of the amazing features of this home that just sold for $8.35 Million on Lake Shore Drive in Bolton Landing.

10 of the Best Rated Restaurants in the Heart of Lake George

From breakfast, lunch, and dinner to simple, casual, and a little classy, here are 10 places that have solid reviews, are reasonably priced, and have really good food. Oh, and they're also really close to everything in the heart of Lake George Village!

Live Like A King & Queen & Peek In Lake George's Castle Cottage Airbnb

This is the most unique and picturesque rental you will ever lay your eyes on in Lake George! The Castle Cottage is an Airbnb rental that sits next to the Highlands Castle, tucked in the mountains of Bolton Landing. This 2 bedroom medieval throwback features an unforgettable set of living quarters along with even more unforgettable Lake George views. Your airbinb hosts describe the cottage as "...a hidden jewel in a private setting..." and "...from the moment you arrive, you'll sense the tranquility that surrounds this enchanting property and you’ll be captivated by the most spectacular view in the world." Even that amazing description does not do these photos justice!