Lake George Hike A Thon

03/03/2026

Have you registered yet? We had an amazing flurry of activity yesterday at noon - huge thank you to everyone who is already signed up, and for your patience and understanding if you experienced any hiccups in the process.

There are still plenty of spots available all around the lake - join us!

Here are the sites that are FULL (waitlists are open):
Anthony's Nose
Bradley's Lookout (Pinnacle Preserve)
Buck Mt (Camp Chingachgook)
French Mt (via Lake George RV Park)
Inspiration Pt (via Silver Bay YMCA)
The Pinnacle Preserve (summit hike)
Rogers Rock Little Slide
Sucker Brook Preserve
Thomas Mt
Wiawaka Holiday House, Inc.

Sunday, July 5 The Lake George Land Conservancy’s annual Hike-A-Thon is a one-day event held each July 5th, created to showcase LGLC’s parks and preserves as free public resources, and to promote an appreciation for the outdoors and protecting the land that protects the lake. Registration opens ...

02/23/2026

Huge thanks to Captain Ron and Kathy Miller of Love is on Lake George for being our first paid sponsor of the 2026 Hike-A-Thon! Their Wooden Boat Parade has become an important part of the Hike-A-Thon, engaging that passionate group of wooden boat owners in the lake's biggest event of the year! Our thanks to Ron and Kathy for their dedication to the LGLC, Hike-A-Thon, and the lake! If you would like to be a sponsor and join them in support of the Hike-A-Thon, visit https://lakegeorgehikeathon.org/sponsors/ to learn how.

02/23/2026

Time to come out of hibernation! Registration for the 14th Annual Lake George Land Conservancy Hike-A-Thon is ONE week away - set your alarm for 12 pm (noon), Monday, March 2!

To do:
☑️ Visit https://lakegeorgehikeathon.org/sites to check out this year's site offerings and choose which you want to join.
☑️ Read the registration tips so you're ready on March 2!
☑️ Want to volunteer? Check out the Volunteer page to learn more about how you can get involved!
☑️ Own a business? Visit our Sponsor page to get the scoop on how you can help support this lake-wide community event!

See you soon!

Times and distances are approximate. Confirmation and details will be provided upon registration.

07/15/2025

Partner Appreciation Post 🥰
Did you know that this year's Hike-A-Thon included SIX partner sites, including our newest, the Lake George RV Park? These trails are on property owned by organizations and businesses who are responsible stewards and care for the land that protects Lake George. If you enjoyed any of these special outings, give a shout-out to your host and thank them for being a part of the Hike-A-Thon! 👏

Camp Chingachgook
Lake George RV Park
Silver Bay YMCA
The Sembrich
Up Yonda Farm Environmental Education Center
Wiawaka Holiday House, Inc.

07/10/2025

The aerial photos of the are now online! Check out these amazing shots by Carl Heilman II Photography - Wild Visions, Inc., taken from North Country Heliflite's helicopter on July 5.

These will be available for purchase on the LGLC store soon, so you can have your own beautifully printed keepsake!

07/10/2025

We want to hear from you! The 2025 Hike-A-Thon survey is now open for your feedback - tell us about your experience, from registering to the After Party. How can we improve for next year?

Everyone* who submits a survey is eligible to enter our drawing to win a free 8″ x 10″ print of your choice from this year’s aerial photos by Carl Heilman, II/Wild Visions, Inc., a $25 value!

*Contact info is required if you would like to be entered into our drawing. Completed surveys must be submitted by midnight, July 31, 2025 to be eligible. Drawing to be held August 1, 2025.

Participant & Volunteer Survey If you registered, participated, or volunteered for the 2024 Hike-A-Thon, please take our post-event survey! We want to hear from you – even if you weren’t able to attend! From the registration process to the event itself, share your thoughts and help us continue t...

07/05/2025

Another great Hike-A-Thon is in the books! Thank you to all who joined us for the and After Party, and to the many volunteers, community partners, vendors, and sponsors who make the Hike-A-Thon possible.

Share your pictures (be sure to tag us!) and be on the lookout for aerial photos from Carl Heilman II Photography - Wild Visions, Inc., and our after-event survey to let us know how we can continue to improve this event. Thank You!

2025 Sponsors:
Town of Bolton
Village of Lake George
Lake George Mirror
Carl Heilman II Photography - Wild Visions, Inc.
North Country Heliflite
Adirondack Pub & Brewery
CDPHP
Granny Smith - Happy Birthday!
Hudson Headwaters Health Network
Jenny Jo’s Smoothie Bar
JUST Water
Lake George RV Park
Love is on Lake George Cruises
Adirondack Folk School
Connally Creative
Legend Disc Golf at Hickory
The Sembrich
Extreme Heights Cidery
Benson's Pet Center
Camp David, Lake George
Christine McKee NYS Associate Real Estate Broker at HUNT RE ERA-Bolton
Staloff Brothers Custom Metal Fabrication
TD
Warren Ford
ADK Taste Guide
Card My Yard Queensbury - Saratoga
Cedar Graphics
Clothier Planning and Consulting
Nepromo
Severed True Crime Podcast
Woodsedge Tree Farm

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07/05/2025

Tomorrow's the BIG DAY! Hike-A-Thon #13 is ready for a gorgeous Saturday around the lake!

🌤 Even beautiful days need planning - before you join us on the trails or on the water, be sure you're prepared with appropriate clothes and footwear (for hikers that means sturdy close-toed shoes, no sandals!), bring water and snacks, and sun protection.

🐶Not all sites allow dogs but if yours does, please remember to keep your dog leashed at all times and clean up after them.

⏰Arrive on time! Your volunteer leaders must leave on time to get to the helicopter photo op as scheduled. They cannot wait for you if you are late.

😃Have fun! And join us at the After Party for some free cold drinks, 🎤the Stony Creek Band, games and activities, and lots of 🎟 door prizes!

See you soon!

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07/04/2025