SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi).
This short connector runs less than a mile through the western section of its network, linking other trails in the system. At 0.8 miles one-way, it's brief enough to serve as a quick leg between longer routes or an easy out-and-back for a half-hour walk. The name suggests it may be marked with silver blazes, though you'll want to confirm signage and current conditions before heading out.
- Leg-stretcherShort and nearly flat — an hour or less
- Family-friendlyShort, easy, and gentle enough for young legs
- Good for snowshoeingNon-technical grade that carries a snowshoe track
- Peak foliage window — color starts up high and works down the valleys through mid-October.
Seasonal pattern for this trail · tops out ~1,037 ft · live closures appear above
- UnpavedSurface
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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- Antonio's Bayside Bistro3.0 mi
Discover a unique dining experience at Antonio's Bayside Bistro, where tradition meets innovation on the serene shores of Lake George. Enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine, breathtaking views, and warm hospitality.
- Lone Bull Pancake & Steak House5.0 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Bistro LeRoux5.2 mi
Local, French-accented cuisine with multiple rooms displaying artwork & views of the open kitchen.
- Lake George Olive Oil Co.6.4 mi
Lake George Olive Oil Co. is a family-owned business offering a wide selection of fresh extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, and gourmet foods. Visitors can sample from over 50 varieties at their Lake George and Glens Falls loc…
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4- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor6.4 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.
- Lake George Baking Company6.4 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.
- Cate's Creamery7.8 mi
The main ice cream spot in the heart of Bolton Landing village on Lake George's quieter west shore — soft serve, hand-dipped hard ice cream, and slushies, a short stroll from the lakefront.
- Martha's Dandee Creme8.7 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.
Drink.
4- Ridge Terrace Restaurant-Cocktail Lounge1.9 mi
The Ridge Terrace is a chef-owned and operated restaurant in Lake George, NY, celebrating its 60th season. They offer a diverse menu, including a children's menu, and can accommodate special dietary requests.
- Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery3.6 mi
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, located in the Adirondack Mountains, crafts a variety of spirits including vodka, gin, moonshine, and whiskeys. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful tasting room offering specialty cocktails, local beer, wine,…
- Adirondack Bar and Grill4.1 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!
- Diamond Point Grille5.3 mi
Diamond Point Grille is a casual family restaurant located in Diamond Point, NY, on Lake George. It specializes as a fish and burger joint, serving simple comfort food made with local, affordable ingredients in a relaxed setting.
Stay.
4- Bayside Resort Lake George3.0 mi
A family-run resort (formerly Dunham's Bay Resort) on Route 9L at Dunham's Bay, with rooms, cabins, and cottages renovated in 2023, an indoor pool, a private beach, 100 acres of private trails, and Antonio's Bayside Bistro on site.
- Moose Hillock Camping Resorts - NY3.5 mi
Moose Hillock Camping Resort in Fort Ann, NY, offers spacious, private campsites and Adirondack cabin rentals near Lake George. It features the Northeast's largest heated swimming pool and full hook-up RV sites with water, sewer, cable TV,…
- Moose Hillock Camping Resort3.6 mi
A modern camping resort in Warren with Adirondack cabins, RV sites, and tent sites. Each RV site has full hookups; the Aloha Beach Tropic Pool is the largest heated pool in the Northeast.
- Depe Dene Lakeside Resort5.1 mi
Waterfront property offering homey accommodations, plus a heated pool, sports courts & a beach.
See.
4- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob2.3 mi
Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob offers a moderately steep, 0.7-mile hike to a gazebo with expansive views of Lake George and the Adirondacks. An additional blue trail leads to a seasonal waterfall.
- Dunham Bay Marsh3.2 mi
Peat swamps, bog thickets & other unique areas for kayaking, canoeing & wildlife-watching.
- Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort5.1 mi
Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort offers private guided boat tours of Lake George on a 24-foot bowrider motorboat. Guests enjoy sightseeing, swimming, tubing, and cliff jumping with an experienced captain.
- Lake George Battlefield Park6.3 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).
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Frequently asked.
- How long is the SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi)?The SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi) is approximately 0.78 miles (1.3 kilometers) — a short out-and-back suitable for most fitness levels.
- How long does it take to hike the SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi)?Most hikers complete the SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi) in about 25 minutes at a steady pace with roughly 109 feet of elevation gain. Allow extra time for rest stops, photos, weather, and trail conditions.
- How difficult is the SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi)?Based on its length and elevation gain, the SILVER TRAIL WEST (0.8mi) is an easy hike (109 ft of climbing over the route) — gentle grades suitable for most fitness levels and families. This is an estimate from route data, not an official trail rating — check current DEC advisories before heading out.