Lake George Islands Day Use
Open for the 2026 season. Day use hours are 9am to 9pm. Reservations required via ReserveAmerica (online only), available up to 7 days in advance or same-day until 6pm. Dogs prohibited on all islands and docks.
Flash Flood Warning issued July 29 at 8:16AM EDT until July 29 at 2:15PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
FFWALY The National Weather Service in Albany has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... North Central Rensselaer County in east central New York... Southeastern Saratoga County in east central New York... Southwestern Washington County in east central New York... * Until 215 PM EDT. * At 816 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Saratoga Springs, Mechanicville, Milton, Ballston Spa, Greenwich, Round Lake, Country Knolls, Center Brunswick, North Ballston Spa, Gates, Malta, Lee, Pittstown, Easton, Stillwater, Schuylerville, Victory, Schaghticoke, Valley Falls and Bemis Heights.
Flood Watch issued July 29 at 1:42AM EDT until July 29 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...The Greater Capital Region, the Lake George Saratoga region and Rensselaer Plateau of eastern New York. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Periods of moderate to heavy rain and a few thunderstorms continue overnight into Wednesday afternoon. Rainfall rates may reach as high as 1 to 2 inches per hour within the heaviest and most persistent downpours. Despite recent dry conditions, such high rainfall rates in a short period of time can result in flash flooding, especially in urban and poor drainage areas and where heavy rain repeatedly impacts a given area. An additional 1 to 2 inches of rain is expected for most areas in the flood watch, with locally higher amounts possible. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Lake George Islands Day Use Area provides a unique opportunity to enjoy one of the most pristine lakes in the Northeast from designated day-use islands scattered across 32-mile-long Lake George. These islands are accessible only by boat, requiring visitors to launch from private marinas in the area (parking and launch fees typically apply). The islands feature pavilions available on a first-come basis for picnicking and relaxation. This is a day-use-only facility with no overnight camping permitted. Hours are 9am to 9pm daily during the operating season. Reservations are mandatory and available exclusively online through ReserveAmerica. Bookings can be made up to seven days in advance, with same-day reservations available until 6pm. Each reservation is site-specific and limited to a single day; multi-day reservations are not permitted. Visitors should be aware that dogs are strictly prohibited on all islands, docks, and vessels moored at docks. The DEC requires all boaters to clean their vessels to prevent aquatic invasive species.
Directions
Access is by boat only. Visitors must launch from private marinas around Lake George. The islands are spread throughout the lake, with specific locations assigned at reservation.
Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | — |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $4.75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (518) 623-1200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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