What to Know About the Day Use/Picnic Islands on Lake George
Before you head out on the water for a day of boating, plan ahead and get a day pass to one of the picnic islands on Lake George, also called day use islands. Get info on which islands are picnic islands and how to reserve below.
Some of the islands have been set up with secured areas for children to safely swim, and some have picnic shelters. Browse the picnic islands below and see what the different islands have to offer.
Reservation Info
In the past, day use islands could only be booked in person on a first come, first serve basis. Now, you can book online up to seven days in advance and up to the day of.
Visitors will be able to see real-time availability and even book a dock while on the water. The cost is $12 per day.
Those wishing to acquire a permit for Lake George Islands day use can do so through Reserve America or by downloading the ReserveAmerica app (search for RA Camping), or by calling the Call Center at 1.800.456.2267.
Picnic Islands on Lake George
These are the day use, or picnic islands:
- Black Mountain Point
- Diamond Island
- O'Dell Day Use Island
- Picnic Island
- Sarah Island & Hazel Island
- Speacker Heck Island
- West Dollar Island
Learn more about reserving campsites >>
