Attractions

 

Golden Sands Resort Attractions Near Our Waterfront Motel
 
Golden Sands Lake George resort and waterfront resort motel is close to all the great Lake George Attractions, activities,events, shows, special events, beaches and parks, and just 3 miles from exciting Lake George Village where you'll find really great area restaurants, shopping, evening fireworks displays, crafts fairs, and fun things to do for the children.  Golden Sands Adirondack motel is located at the gateway to the Adirondack Mountains, giving it easy access to all that this natural New York State park and unspoiled region has to offer.  We're close to all the main attractions, amusement parks, Lake George cruise ships, fun arcades, outdoor water parks, new and popular outdoor elevated  athletic "tree-top" adventure courses offering challenging obstacles, zip lines, suspended cables, bridges, nets and ladders, wax museums, antiquing, and just about anything a couple or family could think of to do here at Lake George! 

Enjoy outdoor fun parks such as Six Flags Great Escape Outdoor Theme Park and Splashwater Kingdom, Waterslide World outdoor water fun park and wave pool, mountain hiking, mountain biking, biking on the Warren County Bike Trail, parks and beaches, swimming, museums, jet skis, parasailing, private sailboat and motorboat rentals, waterskiing, picnicking at a variety of beautiful public parks and Lake George Islands.

Visit The Fun Spot "All-In-One" indoor and outdoor center for bumper cars, mini-golf, laser tag,paint ball, bowling, and a host of other family fun things to do located near Lake George Village! Enjoy Lake George Villiage area restaurants, mini-golf and arcade centers, boutiques, and Lake George Village shopping malls, wax musuems and fun houses.

In the evening, join the crowd and visit exciting Lake George Village with its magical environment of small shops and boutiques, open air activities, craft fairs, ice cream, candy shops and pizza, vendors, souvenir shops, retro 1960's shops, Lake George waterfront walkway promenade along the marinas and shoreline, parks and gardens, and just about everything a small charming Adirondack village could offer under the north stars!

For mature night life seekers, Lake George Village offers a host of activities and excitement ranging from dancing at a local discotheque, Lake George bars, enjoy live music, bands and drinks while perched on a deck overlooking Lake George, to simply strolling through Shepards Park and Lake George Village enjoying the boat traffic on the lake and gazing at the Adirondack sky!  Explore Diamond Point, New York!  

Visit our Golden Sands Resort Lake George New York area special events page to see the really big area events! 

 

	Explore History Walking Tours - Lake George Heritage Tours Kevin and Luisa Sherman are your personal guides on walking tour adventures to learn about many historic sites across the Lake George-Lake Champlain, NY region and beyond. Tours are done in small groups and can be tailored to specific interests and ages. Tour lengths in Lake George are 1 and 2 hours, depending on theme. Don't just read about history...really experience it!  For more information, call us at: (518) 791-1776
	Six Flags Great Escape Amusement Park & Splashwater Kingdom An experience unlike any other with over 135 rides, shows and attractions to fill your day with fun and memories.  A visit to the Great Escape includes two parks for the price of one with Splashwater Kingdom, the best there is in outdoor water fun featuring 10 white water attractions. The history of Storytown combined with the thrills of Six Flags make The Great Escape & Splashwater Kingdom one unforgettable experience. 1172 State Rt.9, Queensbury, NY - Lake George, NY (518) 792-3500
	Magic Forest Magic Forest is the perfect amusement park for the younger crowd.  Enjoy 25 rides, 2 shows, live animals, , and Santa Claus.  One low admission price includes all rides and attractions. Located on Route ( between exits 20 and 21 of the Adirondack Northway (I-87) (518) 668-2448
	Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course was the first aerial adventure course in the United States, and remains the largest course in the country to date. Visitors of every age and ability explore nature through a combination of outrageous obstacles and challenges including zip lines, suspended rope bridges,swings, slides, nets and ladders.  Exit 24 off I-87, Bolton Landing, NY 12814 - Lake George, NY (518) 494-7200
	The Fun Spot - "Your Place for Lake George Family Fun" Best mini-golf in Lake George, go karts, laser tag, birthday parties and roller skating.  We offer family fun in a clean, safe and well supervised environment.  Inside you can rollerblade or rollerskate to the hottest top 40 music. Kids can climb, crawl, zip & slide through our 1,500square foot inside Soft Playground with 15 interactive elements including (2) 16' slides. Play laser tag in our space themed arena. 1035 State Route 9, Queensbury, NY 12804 (518) 792-8989
	Carried Away Balloon Flights - "Adirondack Balloon Flights" Captain Mike Hernandez is a FAA Certified Commercial Pilot committed to delivering the most enjoyable safest flight you've ever experienced! Carried Away Balloon Flights offers you year round one hour long rides at reasonable prices . Groups should ask for "Cloud Hopper Specials."  Offers free hotel pick-up and drop-off shuttle.  (518) 260-6270
	Adirondack Mountain & Stream Guide Service Celebrating over 20 years of guiding in the Lake George Adirondack region. Fishing, hunting, canoeing (overnight trips available)!  "We at Adirondack Mountain & Steam Guide Service are people who live, work and thrive in the outdoors. We share our knowledge and in helping other to enjoy the many experiences the great Lake George Adirondack outdoors has to offer, and various activities for the Adirondacks' 4 distinct seasons, and customize to your needs and abilities. Call us at: (518) 251-3762
	Adirondack Adventures - Exciting Adirondack Whitewater Rafting Adventure and the Lake George New York Adirondacks go hand and hand!  Grab a paddle and enjoy the ride ... Whitewater rafting is fun for the entire family as you work your way through calm priting waters, view Adirondack scenery, and brave the roaring waves only Adirondack Lake George whitewater rafting can offer!  Discover Adirondack rivers flowing from the peaks to form the Hudson River as it rushes to the sea! Adirondack Adventures, 4659 State Route 28, North Creek, NY 12856 1-877-963-RAFT - Recommended by Golden Sands Resort on Lake George New York
	Howe Caverns Introduces Howe High Adventure Let the spirit of adventure soar above and below the earth. Howe Caverns, the great cave of the Northeast, invites visitors to descend 156-feet below the earth into an underground world of stalagmites and stalactites that took millions of years to create. Above the earth, the all-new Howe High Adventure has zip lines, ropes course, gem mining building and more.  Howe Caverns & Howe High Adventure, 255 Discovery Drive, Howe Caves, NY 12092 (518) 296-8900
	Diamond Point Boat Tours Diamond Point Boat Tours is a safe & affordable way to see and enjoy Lake George.  Picnic on an island, swim in a secluded cove, view the stately homes, or experience the Village fireworks directly overhead.  We customize each tour to meet every group's individual expectations.  bring your snack and beverage of your choice because Captain Dave is your designated driver! (518) 668-5106 or (518) 926-9672
	Lake George Steamboat Company The Lake George Steamboat Company offers many cruise choices.  Three comfortable cruise ships:  The Minnie-Ha-Ha, an authentic Paddle-Wheeler, The Mohican, and the lake's biggest cruise ship, The Lac du Saint Sacrement.  Enjoy shorter one-hour cruises, or complete lake cruises spanning the length of Lake George. Lunch, dinner and fireworks cruises also available.  See The Queen of America's Lakes in comfort on a cruise. 1-800-553-BOAT or (518) 668-5777.
	Lake George Dinner Theatre A Solid Evening of Quality Entertainment! -The Sunday Gazette.  Celebrating its 45th Season, The Lake George Dinner Theatre is proud to announce that it secured performance rights for the regional premier of Norm Foster's Hillarious Comedy...The Love List...For its 2012 Production.  Production dates: July 12 thru October 20, 212, lunceon matinees, dinner Shows, tableside service by a friendly wait staff, choice of four delicious entres, a/c, free parking & magnificent view of the Adirondacks!  Dinner details: (518) 668-5762 Ext.411, Administrative Offices: (518) 306-4404 for tickets.