Lake George Named Clearest In Nation

One of my favorite things about living in Upstate New York is we are surrounded by stunning natural wonders.

From the Catskills to the Adirondacks, to our stunning lakes and rivers, to bucolic stretches of rolling farmland, there is so much natural beauty to behold in Upstate New York.

Yes, the cost of living is high, but we receive many perks, including natural beauty. One of of our beautiful natural wonders is getting some national recognition.

Lake George Named Clearest Lake In US

Plain and simple, Lake George is a clean & prsitine beauty!

The travel experts at The Boutique Adventurer have ranked Lake George at #3 on its list of the 14 clearest lakes in the nation, touting not just its clear waters but eerything else we already know about the Queen of American Lakes. It's a great destination any time of year as a prime vacation spot, with so much to offer along its vast shoreline and among its numerous islands for winter and summer sports.

The Boutique Adventurer also gives high praise to Lake George's lakeside activities, including great bars, restaurants, hiking, skiing, and more!

Lake George backs up its nickname as the Queen of American Lakes, and has received recognition after recognition over the years for being one of the best vacation spots in the nation. How lucky are we to have right in our backyard?

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!

Gallery Credit: Brian Cody TSM Albany

New York's 14 Best Lakes For Swimming

What makes a great swimming hole? Pristine waters, great beaches, mild temps, shallow waters, lifeguards, and more are many of the characteristics that are common in AZ Animals 14 best lakes for swimming in the state of New York. From just outside the city, to the Finger Lakes, to the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, these are your must-visit swimming holes for summer 2023!

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For Sale: Tour Soicalite Michelle Riggi's Rustic Yet Sophisticated $6.9 Million Lake Placid Compound

This could quite possibly be the most beautiful Adirondack camp you have ever seen! According to its Zillow listing, this amazing spread sits on almost 47 pristine Adirondack acres and features 9 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. There is 8,500 square feet of delightful living space across a variety of buildings, including the main home, a tree house, 2 guest residences, and a sweet Airstream trailer decked out as a "she shed." This camp is private and gated, and only minutes from Lake Placid Village. You can even see the Lake Placid Olympic ski jump from the property!

Gallery Credit: Matty Jeff

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