Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway Day Use Area
- Dates of Operation:
- Opening Date: May 27
- Closing Date: November 11
- Fee: $10/car, $5/motorcycle, $50/bus, $75/daily pavilion rental
- Address: U.S. Route 9, 1/2 mile S of Lake George Village, NY 12845
- County: Warren
- GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 43.410500, -73.721600
- Facility Phone: (518) 668-5198
- Regional Office Phone: (518) 623-1200
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Please be advised that pets are prohibited at all DEC day use areas.
Take in the spectacular 360 degree, 100-mile view from the 2,030-foot summit of Prospect Mountain. A beautiful 5.5 mile, two-lane highway leads to parking lots at each of the three vistas along the highway - The Narrows, Lake George, and the Eagle's Nest. There are beautiful views of Vermont's Green Mountains, New Hampshire's White Mountains, New York's Adirondack High Peaks and on a very clear day, the Laurentian Mountains of Canada. From the parking lot, take the shuttle or walk to the summit for more breath-taking views.
Drive time is approximately ten minutes from entry booth to the parking lot, plus and time spent at the overlooks. A self-guided nature trail, the remains of the world's largest cable railroad, and picnic facilities can also be enjoyed by visitors. A 1.5-mile hiking trail ascends 1.630 feet from the village of Lake George to the summit of the mountain.
Amenities
Scenic vistas, parking, hiking trail, nature trail, picnic tables, pavilion.
Accessible Features
Lower Day Use area - vault toilet, Upper Day Use Area - Portajohn, Vehicle access with disability hand tag, Pavilion, Trail to Vista. Full Listing of DEC's Accessible Recreation Destinations
Scenic Views
Scenic views are available from the summit or at one of the three overlooks along the highway - the Narrows, Lake George, and the Eagle's Eye. Viewscopes are available for even better views.
Picnicking
BBQ grills and picnic tables are available near the summit. A picnic pavilion is available for rent.
Prospect Mountain Trail extends 1.5 miles and climbs 1,630 feet from the trailhead in the village of Lake George along Smith Street.
A trail from the parking lot extends 0.2 miles and ascends 155 feet to the summit providing a much shorter hike.
General information on fishing includes fishing tips with links to seasons, rules & regulations. You can ensure of continued good fishing opportunities in the future by fishing responsibly. If you have never been fishing but want to try, it's easy to learn how to fish.
Rules, Regulations and Outdoor Safety
- No pets
- Hiking Safety Tips
Directions
Get driving directions from Google Maps (leaves DEC website)
Nearby State Lands
Lake George Battlefield Day Use Area
Lake George Beach Day Use Area
Lake George Battleground Campground
Lake George Islands Campgrounds
Hearthstone Point Campground
Luzerne Campground
Lake George Wild Forest
Additional Information
Gas, food, supplies, lodging and dining are available in the village of Lake George. Visit the Lake George Area (leaves DECs website) can provide information about other recreation, attractions and amenities in this area.
