Over six miles of trails provide a peaceful experience, opportunities to see wildlife, and year-round enjoyment.

Amy's Park in Bolton Landing — All photos courtesy Lake George Land Conservancy.

Tucked quietly off Padanarum Road in Bolton Landing, Amy’s Park is a unique Adirondack treasure that promises a one-of-a-kind experience. Despite being just minutes from Lake George’s bustling activity, it feels like a well-kept secret waiting to be discovered.

Owned and protected by the Lake George Land Conservancy, this 500-acre preserve is a mosaic of marshes, ponds, forests, and rocky ridges that invites visitors to trade the sound of engines for the call of loons.

A love letter to the landscape.

Amy’s Park, a tribute to the late Amy Wolgin Wiener, a fervent conservationist, was acquired by the Lake George Land Conservancy in 2012. The park property, purchased in February 2012 and opened its trails to the public in July of the same year, is a testament to the Conservancy's mission of ecological preservation and peaceful recreation. It's a place where visitors can experience the Adirondacks in their purest form: tranquil, protected, and personal.

Today, the park’s wetlands serve as a natural filter, purifying the water that flows into Lake George. Its forests provide a sanctuary for moose, black bears, river otters, and over 100 species of birds. Amy’s Park is a living testament to the fact that protecting land is synonymous with protecting the lake itself.

Follow the color-coded trails to adventure.

Embark on a journey of discovery by following the color-coded trails that crisscross Amy's Park. Each trail offers a unique perspective of the park's diverse landscape, from gentle strolls to more challenging climbs.

For nature enthusiasts, photographers, and families seeking a digital detox, Amy’s Park offers a variety of experiences without the usual crowds. The interconnected trails cater to all levels of hikers, meandering through beaver meadows and ancient hemlock forests.

Amy's Park Trail Map Bolton Landing — Amy’s Park Trail Map. Image Courtesy Lake George Land Conservancy.

The main parking lot is the first one reached on Padanarum Road. The second and third lots are further north (see map).

Yellow, Orange and Blue hiking trails start at the Padanarum Road parking areas; the Red Trail starts from a separate parking area at Trout Falls Rd.

Yellow Trail - Easy, mostly flat with bridges and a few short climbs.

To hike from the main Padanarum Rd trailhead, follow the Yellow Trail a short distance to a junction where you can choose to go north or south, or straight to the water for the boat launch.

Heading north will take you to a view of the pond at a rocky outcropping (0.2 miles); further north, the trail ends at the second parking area after 0.5 miles (previously the main lot).

Heading south will take you to the beaver dam and bridge (0.07 miles), then continue to a pond viewpoint and/or follow a lichen-covered trail to Trout Falls Rd (0.4 miles).

From here, the Yellow Trail continues with a steep ascent to end at the Red Trail (0.2 miles).

Red Trail – Easy to moderate remote trail.

Hikers can access the Red Trail via the Yellow Trail or the Blue Trail. It primarily follows an old logging road for 1.6 miles around the northern pond.

Orange Trail – Easy/moderate; loop includes a short, steep section.

View of wetlands from a hiking trail in Amy's Park near Lake George

You can access the Orange Trail via the yellow trail, from the main parking lot (as described above) or from the second parking area on Padanarum Road.

The trail joins the yellow trail 0.6 miles from the second parking lot. The orange trail will lead you on a 1.0-mile path with a loop at the end that winds around some rocky ledges and overlooks the northern beaver pond.

Blue Trail – Easy, wide trail that is popular for cross-country skiing.

The Blue trail follows a logging road from the northeast corner of the park (third parking area on Padanarum Rd) to the orange trail. It connects to the Red Trail after 0.4 miles, and then the Orange Trail after another 0.45 or 0.6 miles, depending on the route. It is relatively flat and wide, making it great for cross-country skiing.

Ed’s Red Stripe Trail - Moderately challenging; steady ascent of 360' over 0.75 miles.

Lake George Land Conservancy dedicated this trail to Ed Sheridan, steward of Amy's Park and “passionate explorer of the natural world. Through his eyes and heart, and the soles of his boots, many of us have seen views and vistas we never would witness with our own eyes.”

boat launch at Bolton Landing's Amy's Park.

The trail starts on Trout Falls Rd., climbing steadily south for 0.75 miles to a lookout point, with great views of Lake George. It can also be accessed from a section of the yellow trail via a steeper climb from Trout Falls Rd. Going north from the Trout Falls Rd parking area, the Red Trail primarily follows an old logging road for 1.6 miles, for an easy hike around the northern pond to connect with the Blue Trail.

The Park also includes a Boat Launch for paddlers. To launch your canoe or kayak on the south pond, from the main parking lot on Padanarum Road, take the yellow trail to the water, following signs for the launch, approximately. 420-foot portage.

A wildlife paradise.

Bring binoculars — the Park’s marshes are a birder’s dream. Herons glide low over the water, kingfishers chatter from the treetops, and if you’re lucky, you might spot a loon cruising across a mirror-still pond. In spring, the trails explode with wildflowers; in fall, the foliage wraps the wetlands in gold.

Amy’s Park features more than 6 miles of trails that wind around the Park’s active beaver ponds and up to a scenic view of the Indian Brook and Northwest Bay region of Lake George.

For your own safety and that of the native flora and fauna, stay on the marked trails to avoid damage to surrounding vegetation.

Best time to visit? Anytime.

Amy’s Park is open year-round from dawn to dusk, but each season offers its own kind of magic:

Spring: watch the wetlands wake up, frogs sing, and wildflowers bloom.
Summer: shady trails make this a perfect mid-day escape from Lake George crowds.
Fall: brilliant foliage reflected in the ponds is pure Adirondack poetry.
Winter: snowshoes or microspikes turn it into a silent-movie wonderland.

spring and summer at Amy's Park near Bolton Landing

Tips for a great visit.

Parking: The parking lots are small, so arrive early on weekends
What to bring: water, snacks, binoculars, sturdy shoes, bug spray from May through July, and your sense of calm.
Use caution during hunting seasons: wear bright colors and hike in groups.
What not to bring: dogs are welcome on leash, but remember to pack out everything — including “pup souvenirs.” Camping and fires are not allowed
Restrooms: none on site — plan.
After your hike: refuel at Sunshine Diner or a snack and cold beverage at Bolton Brewing in Bolton Landing — you’ve earned it.

Amy’s Park embodies the Adirondack ethos of balance — a reminder that wildness and accessibility can coexist. It’s not a place of grand gestures or extreme summits. Instead, it invites you to slow down, listen to the rustle of cattails, and remember that some of the most profound Adirondack adventures happen at a walking pace.

For more information, visit the Lake George Land Conservancy website.