
Fort Ann
Fort Ann is Washington County’s gateway to the Adirondacks.
Home to sleep-away camps and beaches galore along the eastern shores of Lake George, Fort Ann is a summertime paradise. Hiking and horse trails wind through the woods to dramatic mountaintop vistas. Paddlers and boaters can enjoy abundant wildlife on Lake George, Halfway Brook, the Champlain Canal and scattered smaller lakes and ponds.
But Fort Ann has something for everyone, all year round. Rich in history, agriculture, and craft beverages, it’s just a short drive from major cities in the Capital Region, Vermont, and Quebec.

The History of Fort Ann, NY

1600s
Fort Ann acted as a major hub for soldiers throughout history, as the midpoint between Lake Champlain and the Hudson River, and the route linking the French and English colonies.
1700s
The town and village of Fort Ann were actually named for the fort built during Queen Anne’s War. Decades later Fort Ann would become the location of a major turning point battle of the Revolutionary War.
British forces encountered significant resistance from a small contingent at Fort Ann. Their sabotage delayed the British advance long enough for Colonial forces to mount a successful defense at Saratoga and turn the tide of war in America’s favor.
Fun fact: The Battle of Fort Ann is said to have been the first time American troops fought under the stars and stripes.

1700s
The town and village of Fort Ann were actually named for the fort built during Queen Anne’s War. Decades later Fort Ann would become the location of a major turning point battle of the Revolutionary War.
British forces encountered significant resistance from a small contingent at Fort Ann. Their sabotage delayed the British advance long enough for Colonial forces to mount a successful defense at Saratoga and turn the tide of war in America’s favor.
Fun fact: The Battle of Fort Ann is said to have been the first time American troops fought under the stars and stripes.

Today
This small-yet-scenic town has become quite the tourism destination. Its convenient location on Lake George makes it the perfect place to stay outside the village, plus Hadlock Pond boasts great waterside stays, too. Also in Fort Ann are trailheads for a number of hiking trails, including Sleeping Beauty and Buck Mountains.




Plan Your Trip to Fort Ann
Springbrook Hollow Distillery
Sleeping Beauty Mountain
Shelving Rock Area – Lake George Wild Forest
Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob (The) – Lake George Land Conservancy
Old Champlain Lock 16, 17 & 18: Fort Ann Heritage Site
Lake George Horse Trails
Lake George Distilling Company
Inman Pond Trail – Lake George Wild Forest
Hogtown Trailhead to Sleeping Beauty Mountain- Lake George Wild Forest

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How to Get to Fort Ann
Fort Ann lies on the shores of the famous Lake George, and it is nestled along the edge of the Adirondack Mountains.