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    Prospect Mountain

    1,077 Reviews
    #2 of 23 things to do in Lake George
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    Lake George, NY
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    A 2,030-foot mountain in Lake George that offers trips to the summit in "viewmobile" vans for awesome views.
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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Really nice

    Views of lake George. We drove up and then hiked around the peak. The little bus is unnecessary unless you have a disability. Bathrooms at the top, good for about an hour or so. Make use of the turnoffs on the way up for different...More

    Date of experience: May 2018
    Thank JSlepsk
    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Great Views And History

    Sitting at 2,030 feet Prospect Mountain gives you fantastic views of Lake George, the Adirondacks and into the mountains of Vermont. It costs $10 to drive and there are 3 areas to pull over on the way to a large parking lot, where a shuttle...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Mark G
    Reviewed 5 weeks ago
    Panoramic Views

    We drove up the mountain. There were stops along the way to the top. Once you get to the top you can walk or take the shuttle a bit further. We decided to walk back down and the trail was lovely. There were a lot...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank amberbanegas
    Reviewed 31 October 2018
    Worth the ride.

    Nice paved road, There are multiple picture spots. Birds eye view from various parking picture spots.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Violet K
    Reviewed 30 October 2018
    Stunning views of Lake George

    We tried Prospect Mt last weekend and we are so glad we did. After paying the $10 car entry fee, you gradually make it up the mountain and stop at convenient overlooks. The first was the Narrows, the the second one was eagles Eye,and the...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank tmphoto98
    Reviewed 23 October 2018
    A nice convenient hike and view

    Seems to be the only hike walkable from the Lake George village. The hike itself isn't too dynamic. A consistently relatively steep straight shot up the mountain. Parts are like a mini-boulder field, so not the most comfortable hike, but nothing too challenging. Great view...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Mark W
    Reviewed 21 October 2018
    If you near you must visit

    When I visited Lake George after Columbus day, there where nothing open in the city. So, I drove to the Veteran memorial highway to visit Prospect Mountain and it was one of the most beautiful view you can see. It was nice informative trip.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank Aabbady
    Reviewed 21 October 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful views of the area.

    We drove up the mountain after paying the $10 fee. Stopped at the pull over areas to take in the views. At the top parking lot we hiked the steep trail up to the top. It was a great time of year to be there.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank 363cas
    Reviewed 20 October 2018
    Amazing view!

    Awesome family hike for young and old! Just a short drive from our stay at Scotty's Lakeside Resort.

    Date of experience: October 2018
    Thank sue b
    Reviewed 15 October 2018 via mobile
    Best $10 ever spent

    To get to Prospect Mountain you have to take a one way in, one way out till road to the summit. This will cost you $10 but it is absolutely worth it. Once you make your way up the mountain there are 3 stops you...More

    Date of experience: October 2018
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    rodalb
    14 October 2018|
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    Response from 476mauriciob | Reviewed this property |
    No rock scrambles. About 15 mins. It’s paved all the way up but very very steep.
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    readingpooh
    12 July 2018|
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    Response from mgwis | Reviewed this property |
    The drive to the top I would say 5 min. Then you have to wait for the bus to take you to the very top. The buses go every 15 min or so. The drive is about 10 min as well they play a video. The rest is up to you how much... More
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