Bolton Landing, established in 1799, is located on the shores of Lake George in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. It is 10 miles north of Lake George Village and has a current population of about 2,000 year-round residents. It draws many visitors from Memorial Day to Labor Day as a quieter getaway from bustling Lake George Village. Even though it is smaller it still boasts a variety of outdoor and recreational activities, such as boating, swimming, hiking, and golfing.
Lake Shore Drive (NY Route 9N) runs directly through downtown Bolton Landing. When exploring downtown you will find many shops, restaurants, and marinas. There are two main public beaches, the Bolton Historical Museum, the Sembrich Museum, the public library, Town Hall, a grocery store, public school, fire station, and of course the McDonald Real Estate Professionals office. While there are a handful of lodging options on this short strip of downtown Bolton Landing, you will find the historic Sagamore Resort, probably the most notable place in town. But on your way to the Sagamore is the elegant Boathouse Bed & Breakfast, I highly recommend them if you are looking for accommodations in Bolton Landing, the property is beautiful and the hosts are amazing.
I think this description from the Bolton Landing Chamber of Commerce website sums up the town pretty well. “For two hundred years travelers have proclaimed Bolton Landing on beautiful Lake George a refuge from their hectic daily lives. Since 1799, this sheltered Adirondack community on the shores of Lake George has drawn world-weary writers, artists, musicians, and generations of families enjoying the pure crystalline waters of Lake George.”
It was that particular quaint, picturesque, and artsy vibe described above that brought me here almost 30 years ago. I will post more on the history of Bolton in a later post so keep your eyes peeled for that.
