Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob Pilot Knob Road, Fort Ann, NY 12827

The Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob is a stunning park and tourist attraction located on Pilot Knob Road in Fort Ann, New York, United States. Visitors can enjoy a moderately steep hike to the preserve's gazebo, where they can rest in the shade and take in expansive views of Lake George and the Adirondacks.

The preserve features a 0.7-mile orange trail that leads to the gazebo and scenic lookout, offering a steady ascent of 620 feet. Additionally, the blue trail offers a more gentle hike through hemlock and oak forests, leading to a waterfall loop where visitors can enjoy the sights and sounds of a seasonal waterfall.

The preserve prohibits hunting and the use of motorized or non-motorized recreational vehicles, but leashed dogs are welcome. Visitors are reminded to park only in designated areas and to clean up after their pets.

Established in 2000, the 223-acre preserve was added to the list of protected lands within the Lake George basin. Originally illegally cleared and developed, the property was confiscated, resold, and eventually purchased by the Lake George Land Conservancy with the help of donors and supporters.

Named in honor of the late Lynn LaMontagne Schumann, the preserve stands as a testament to the organization's dedication to protecting the natural, scenic, historical, and recreational resources of the Lake George region. The Lake George Land Conservancy continues its mission to safeguard the water quality of Lake George and preserve the beauty of the Adirondack Park for future generations.