What makes Lake George so special?
In 1791, Thomas Jefferson wrote: Lake George is without comparison, the most beautiful water I ever saw. Today, the pristine waters of Lake George serve as drinking water for local towns. Rugged mountains encompass the lake and more than 170 islands dot the water creating unmatchable scenery. Its diverse ecosystem supports an abundance of plants and animals. The formation of the Lake George basin took place over millions of years. Significant geologic activity occurred 100,000 to 13,000 years ago, as retreating glaciers carved out this lake. Previously, it was two separate river valleys. One river flowed south through Dunhams Bay into the Hudson River, while the other ran north through the Narrows. Glacial deposits created a debris dam that blocked the southerly flow. Lake George was formed when the rising waters merged the two rivers. The lake now flows north towards Lake Champlain. The glaciers left behind trails of broken up rock, forming many of the islands you see before you. Why
