Best Picnic Spots in Glens Falls & Where to Grab Takeout
Spend the afternoon in one of the many parks and picnic spots in the Glens Falls area! Bring your own food, or, kick the experience up a notch by getting takeout. Either way, you can look forward to soaking in the sun with your favorite person or family.
We've broken out the best picnic spots below, plus nearby restaurants that offer takeout for lunch, perfect for picnicking.
Best Picnic Spots Near Glens Falls
*Note, alcohol is typically allowed in parks as long as it's in the picnic area, and with a meal, but double check individual park rules before packing beverages.
Crandall Park
Crandall Park is the prime Glens Falls park, and picnicking here is an excellent choice. Picnic with the kids by the playground, where there are grills and picnic tables, or venture towards the pond for a quieter experience.
There are benches and seating by the pond and the adjacent fountain, plus grassy fields. There's also a disc golf course!
Haviland Cove Park
For waterfront views and beach vibes by the Hudson River, head to Haviland Cove Park. The picnic area is close to the playground and beach, and they do have grills available to use.
Hovey Pond Park
Like Crandall, Hovey Pond Park has a pond, where you'll find surrounding benches, Adirondack chairs, and picnic tables. There are no grills, but there is a playground, a walk-through garden area, and a wetlands area to explore.
Where you'll be picnicking is a good distance away from the playground (or there are picnic tables and benches in the playground area as well).
Moreau Lake State Park
A tad farther away from the others (just 15 minutes from Glens Falls) is Moreau Lake State Park, a huge park that offers camping facilities, walking paths, and kayak rentals. Combine your picnic with an outdoorsy outing, or relax on the beach.
Where to Pick Up Picnic Food
*Note, all the following are open at 12pm or earlier, but restaurants' hours and menu can change, so double check before ordering. Some offer online ordering!
Park & Elm
Elevate the picnicking experience with takeout from Park & Elm. Their market and deli features breakfast sandwiches, specialty sandwiches, and cold subs. You can also mix and match artisanal meats, cheeses, house-made breads, and more to create your meal.
Gourmet Cafe
A longtime local favorite, Gourmet Cafe specializes in scratch-made lunches that travel well. Try their gluten free and specialty sandwiches, gluten free pizza, specialty salads, and gourmet paninis and wraps. The paninis and wraps come with your choice of red potato salad, Greek pasta salad, cottage cheese, or coleslaw.
Fire Mission Taphouse
For a hearty, barbecue-inspired picnic lunch lean on Fire Mission Taphouse. Their menu boasts burgers, tacos, wings, sliders, and more available for pickup - just don't forget extra napkins!
Fenimore's Pub
Fenimore's Pub at the Queensbury Hotel allows guests to order online ahead of time for pickup, and they feature fresh salads, flatbreads, burgers, and craft sandwiches that would be conducive to a picnic meal.
Rock Hill Bakehouse & Cafe
Known for its organic, wood-fired sourdough, Rock Hill Bakehouse is great for those seeking fresh bread, artisan vegetarian and vegan sandwiches, pastries, or other baked treats.
Your Picnicking in Glens Falls Checklist
- Plan your park and your food, whether you're making your own or getting takeout
- Double check the menu, hours, and takeout situation for your restaurant of choice
- Double check the alcohol policy at the park before bringing beer, wine, or spirits
- Bring everything you need for comfort and food: a blanket, paper plates/utensils, cooler, napkins or wet wipes, sunscreen, maybe bug spray, etc.
- Consider bringing a book a read to donate to a little book library, which you'll find at Crandall Park and Hovey Pond Park
- Consider bringing a deck of cards, frisbee, or a small lawn game
- Clean up after yourself!
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