Lake George

Located in Hampden County, Massachusetts

Lake George is a 93-acre lake located in Hampden County, Massachusetts, in the town of Wales. Springfield, Massachusetts, is 29 miles west, while Boston is 70 miles northeast.

This lake is 70 miles away from Boston Logan International Airport. The closest location for urgent care is the Baystate Wing Hospital, 12 miles north in Palmer, Massachusetts.

When heading into town, grab a bite to eat at nearby restaurants like Lake George Tavern, Main Street Tavern, and Mug 'n' Muffin.

Life on the Water

Lake George offers residents a quintessential lake experience!

Given that there is no horsepower limit on boats, watersports like jet-skiing, wakeboarding, water skiing, and more are all allowed here.

There is a town beach that is the perfect place to relax on a sunny day, swim, or launch a car-top boat. Once you're out on the water, cast a line! Anglers should expect to catch northern pike, largemouth bass, walleye, and perch.

What's Nearby?

Just to the north of Lake George is Brimfield State Forest. This state park offers a shaded nature area with 20 miles of multi-use trails, a fishing pond, picnic pavilions, and restrooms.

Just a few miles to the east is Old Sturbridge Village, a re-creation of a settlement from the 1830s with costumed staff, rides, and educational materials about the period.

Visit Springfield, Massachusetts

If you're looking to step into a historic city, Springfield is only 20 minutes away!

The Zoo in Forest Park is a not-for-profit zoo that houses over 200 native and exotic animals. It features a diverse array of mammals, birds, reptiles, invertebrates, and amphibians.

While at the zoo, check out the beautiful 700-acre park it's nestled in. Designed by the father of modern landscape architecture, Frederick Law Olmstead, many consider Forest Park the jewel of Springfield.

Visitors will enjoy courts and fields for sports like baseball, basketball, tennis, bocce, and soccer. The many trails, roads, and paths surrounding the park are a beautiful setting for a walk or run.

For the sports fan in the family, visit the Basketball Hall of Fame. This modern building plays host to exhibits documenting the history and evolution of the game.

If you're a history or weapons buff, check out the Springfield Armory, the U.S. Armed Forces primary weapons manufacturer from the Revolutionary War to 1968.

After a long day of exploring, try one of the many eateries in Springfield like Red Rose Pizzeria, Student Prince Cafe, and Fort Restaurant, and Theodore’s Blues, Booze, and BBQ.

For the Lover of Nature

Lake George is a fantastic choice for those looking to be closer to nature yet not too far away from a major city!