Lake George & Saratoga, New York

A trip of 140 miles from Western Mass will take you to the village of Lake George, located at the southern end of the 32-mile long lake. A total of 365 islands surround the lake, 92 of which have been developed for camping. The Lake is the center of entertainment sporting steamboat, speedboat and cruise boat rides, parasailing, public beaches and horse-drawn carriages. Relax with a good book on Million Dollar Beach, catch a movie at the drive-in movie theater, or take in a different perspective of the lake from the overlooking crest at Prospect Mountain Veterans Memorial Highway. Kick it up a notch with a day at Six Flags Great Escape amusement park. Add Saratoga, New York, to your trip with a journey of just 32 miles. Don't miss live thoroughbred racing at the famed Saratoga Race Course. For more ideas Looking for other great ideas for summer drive trips? Visit www.AAA.com/drivetips for suggested destinations, equipped with descriptions and directions in one convenient place!