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We did this same hike back in 2009, but that was in June that year when there was a lot
more snow. We had problems following the trail because of the snow back then. This time,
even after a heavy snow year, the trail was free of snow but it was otherwise pretty
much the same.
The trail starts at crowded Lake George. We were lucky enough to find a parking spot
nearby; it's possible you may have to park down the road a bit (like we had in 2009).
The trailhead starts on the western side, next to the road. The trail immediately starts
climbing behind some houses above the lake shore.
Lake George
It climbs pretty steadily, about 700 feet, providing better and better views of
Lake George below and the mountains to the southeast. As you might imagine, we shared
these views with a lot of hikers on the trail.
Lake George
The trail tops out, then descends briefly toward the lake. We had the option of
crossing the outlet stream, but decided to stay on the western side of the lake.
There are nice spots to break on the other side of the lake as well, but then we
would have been facing the sun. You could probably hike around the entire perimeter
of the lake without much difficulty.
Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake
Unfortunately it got a bit windy and cold while we were sitting by the lake, but
it was otherwise nice and started to warm up later. After our lunch break, we returned
the way we came. This is an easy 3 mile hike which works great as an acclimatization
hike which is what we were going for.
Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake from the outlet stream
Lake George
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