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Lake George Family Vacation With Kids 8 & Younger

7-Day Summer Vacation Itinerary

Treat your kids to a week of fun in Lake George with the ultimate Lake George family vacation for kids 8 and younger! See our below itinerary for top ideas of things to do.

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Day 1: The Great Escape & Hurricane Harbor

Have a day filled with adventure at The Great Escape & Hurricane Harbor! With dozens of family-friendly rides and a thrilling waterpark, this theme park in Lake George is full of fun for the entire family. Grab dinner together afterwards.

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Day 2: Prospect Mountain

After breakfast at your hotel, place of lodging, or restaurant, head to Prospect Mountain to give your children a breathtaking view unlike any other. If your kids are up for it, you can hike up the mountain. If not, you can drive up for just $10 per car.

Day 3: Pappy's Playground

Pappy's Playground is a hidden gem located right in Charles R. Wood Park. Not your average playground, you'll find climbing rocks, stepping stones, tunnels, and more - even a musical element! - in this special place.

Day 4: Cruise on Lake George

Afterwards, check out a cruise on the Minne Ha Ha with the Lake George Steamboat Company. They offer plenty of kid-friendly cruises, like a pirate cruise!

Day 5: The Fun Spot

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Photo credit: Alan Nudi

Exceptional family entertainment awaits at The Fun Spot in Queensbury! This kid-friendly hotspot offers a wide range of activities, including an indoor playground, roller skating, adventure golf, go karts, and laser tag. 

Day 6: Usher's Park Beach

Bring the kids to Usher's Park Beach, a little-known Lake George beach on Route 9L with a children's play area and kiddie beach. The kids will have fun building sandcastles and watching boats pass by in the distance. After the beach, round the day out with a rousing game of mini golf, always a fun time for the whole family!

Day 7: Tubby Tubes

Begin your day with tubing on the Hudson River! Tubby Tubes Co. in Lake Luzerne is just five minutes from Lake George and offers adventure for adults and kids ages one and up. After tubing, treat the kids to some lunch and ice cream.

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Lodging Suggestion for Families With Kids: Twin Creeks Cabin

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Twin Creeks Cabin is a 3-bedroom vacation cabin rental that can accommodate 6 guests. The rental has a screened-in porch, a fire pit, and it's within walking distance of Million Dollar Beach and the Warren County Bikeway, making it perfect for families! 

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Erin Nudi Erin is an avid reader, yogi, jogger, and hiker living in Queensbury. When she's not perusing books at Northshire, Owl Pen Books, or Beldame Books, you can find her at a local event or park with her family.