he’d completed a solo paddle across Lake Superior. In three days and two nights, he’d fought winds, currents, cold and wet and paddled a total of 72 1/2 miles, all in a 17-foot sea kayak.

These lakeside towns in New York offer unique destinations to enjoy the charm, beauty and plenty of recreational options.

If you want to be out on Lake George and get some exercise in as well, consider renting a kayak, canoe or paddleboard to navigate the lake at your leisure. Several companies offer rental equipment ...