Hudson River.
The Hudson River cuts through the southeastern corner of the Adirondack Park in a stretch that's more working waterway than backcountry stream — dammed, bridged, and flanked by NY-9N between Lake George Village and Fort Edward. This is the river before it becomes the Hudson of downstate paddlers and rail trails: narrower, faster, shaped by paper mill history and the outlet flows from Glen Lake and smaller tributaries draining the southern foothills. River access here is road-side and informal, more about understanding the drainage pattern than finding a wilderness put-in. For the upper Hudson headwaters experience — the kind with brook trout and blow-down — you want the stretch west of Newcomb, seventy miles upriver.
Hudson River has public access.
The water, surveyed.
- Peak foliage from the water — the best seats in the Park are in a canoe this month.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
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4- The Log Jam Restaurant8.3 mi
The Log Jam Restaurant is an authentic log cabin restaurant in Lake George, NY, offering comfortable, casual Adirondack-style dining. It features stone fireplaces and serves American fare, including steaks and a large salad bar.
- Nettle Meadow at The Hitching Post8.3 mi
A tavern and dining spot tied to Nettle Meadow Farm, the noted goat-and-sheep creamery, serving farm-to-table fare in the Lake Luzerne area.
- Bistro LeRoux10.5 mi
Local, French-accented cuisine with multiple rooms displaying artwork & views of the open kitchen.
- Lighthouse Grill11.8 mi
The Lighthouse Grill is a renovated waterfront restaurant in Lake George, offering American, seafood, and plant-based cuisine with artisan drinks and freshest ingredients. It serves breakfast at the marina and is open Friday, Saturday, and…
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4- Martha's Dandee Creme7.0 mi
The definitive gateway ice cream stand into the Adirondacks, marked by its towering rooster sign on Route 9 in Queensbury. Towering swirls of soft serve in dozens of handmade flavors plus a grill menu, spring through early fall.
- Lake George Baking Company12.0 mi
A bakery with two locations in Queensbury and Lake George, offering custom cakes, breads, rolls, and the original Fudge Fancy. Off-season hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor12.1 mi
Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor in Lake George offers ice cream and frozen yogurt at inexpensive prices. Located at 327 Canada St, it provides take-out service and accepts credit cards.
- Cree-Mee Freeze19.8 mi
A summer soft-serve stand near Northville on the Great Sacandaga Lake shore, with twists and specialty sundaes.
Drink.
4- The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub8.4 mi
The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Lake Luzerne, The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Lake Luzerne Online ordering, online order accepting credit card, The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Fast, Relaxed, Healthy and stylish dining experience., Catering and Gi…
- Adirondack Pub & Brewery11.5 mi
Comfortable brewpub offering craft beers & American comfort food amid rustic, lodge-style surrounds.
- Adirondack Bar and Grill11.6 mi
We pride ourselves on our seasonally inspired American classics and fresh ingredients in the meals we serve. Our food and drink options will have you coming back to troy something new each time!
- Lake George Beach Club11.9 mi
Lively 2-story haunt on the water featuring classic American dishes, live music & TVs for sports.
Stay.
4- Baymont by Wyndham Queensbury Lake George5.8 mi
Warm quarters in a casual hotel offering an indoor pool & a gym, plus free breakfast & parking.
- Rockwell Falls Inn and Wine Bar6.7 mi
A Victorian-era inn in Lake Luzerne, south of Lake George, with 12 rooms (all with private baths, gas fireplaces, and jacuzzi tubs) and a wine bar open to the public Thursday through Saturday evenings.
- Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark7.2 mi
All-suite lodge with a year-round indoor waterpark, across the street from Six Flags Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom in Queensbury, just south of Lake George Village.
- Luzerne Court Motel7.6 mi
A renovated roadside motel on Lake Avenue in Lake Luzerne, 7.5 miles south of Lake George and 25 miles north of Saratoga, with a seasonal pool, nightly campfires, and pet-friendly rooms.
See.
4- Tubby Tubes River Co.8.5 mi
An outfitter for lazy-river tubing on the Lower Hudson in Lake Luzerne, with guided trips, tubes, life jackets, and shuttle included. Ages 2 and up. Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.
- Lake George Expedition Park10.1 mi
Lake George Expedition Park is a place of adventure, discovery, and excitement for attendees of all ages. Located in Lake George, NY. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day.
- Lake George Battlefield Park11.5 mi
Visitors to the Lake George Battlefield can see the sites of the Battle of Lake George (1755), which was part of the siege of Fort William Henry (1757) and a major military camp throughout the French and Indian War (1754-1763).
- Lake George Steamboat Company11.7 mi
Lake George cruises on the Mohican (over a century old) and the larger Lac du Saint Sacrement out of Steel Pier in Lake George Village. Sightseeing, lunch, dinner, and themed cruises, plus the 2026 Rails to Sails package combining train and boat.
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- Where is Hudson River located?Hudson River is a river in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Hudson River open to the public?Yes, Hudson River has public access. See the listing page for current trailhead, parking, and boat-launch details, and check active DEC advisories before visiting.
- Can you camp at Hudson River?Within roughly seven miles of Hudson River: 2 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.