Lake George Beach, better known as Million Dollar Beach, will be open for swimming Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 27 to June 11, New York DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos announced Wednesday. June 16 through Labor Day, the beach will be open every day, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Beginning Memorial Day Weekend, the public will have access to the beach from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for picnicking and relaxation, although beach visitors may not enter the water unless a lifeguard is on duty.
Million Dollar Beach has undergone several updates over the past two years, including a new boat launch and reconfiguration of the parking lot to provide more spaces. The DEC is completing the addition of a new gate on the west end of the beach, which will allow pedestrian access from Beach Road. The state is also extending the street lighting along the sidewalk west of the beach. The state expects these improvements to be finished by the end of June.
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The state is offering these expanded hours are a trial basis and hours will depend on staff availability. There is no charge for access to the beach. The fee for parking remains at $10 per vehicle. Under the Golden Park Program, New York residents age 62 or older may park at no charge on non-holiday weekdays. Lake George Beach is a smoke-free facility. Glass, alcohol and pets are prohibited. Swimming is prohibited in non-designated areas, which includes the stretch of lakefront, the area known as the Dog Beach, between Million Dollar Beach and the Steel Pier.