Arbutus Pond.
Arbutus Pond is a 121-acre water in the Long Lake township — large enough to hold some depth and structure, but off the main corridor and quiet for it. No fish data on record with DEC, which usually means either unstocked and unfished or holding wild brookies that nobody's bothered to survey; either way, it's not a destination fishery. The pond sits in mixed hardwood and conifer cover typical of the central Adirondacks — the kind of water that gets paddled by people staying nearby but rarely sought out from distance. Worth checking local access in Long Lake village; some township waters have informal launch points that aren't marked on the state maps.
Arbutus Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Catlin Mountain and Goodnow Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
7 parking areas· 1 accessible
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data and NYSDEC records; surface and capacity from NYSDEC and OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
- 01Camp Santanoni Parking LotTrailhead4.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Parking Area5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Essex Chain Equestrian Staging Area6.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Fifth Lake Permit Parking6.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Fifth Lake Accessible Parking7.0 mi
- 06Deer Pond Road Parking Lot7.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Polaris Bridge Parking Area7.3 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Long Lake Diner & Owl’s Head Pub9.0 mi
Long Lake Diner & Owl's Head Pub has been proudly serving food, beverages, and memories since 2004.
- Northern Borne9.0 mi
Family-owned grocery and outdoor-supply store on Long Lake's Main Street, with organic, gluten-free, and vegan options plus a made-to-order deli counter. Camping and outdoor gear stocked alongside the grocery.
- Long View Lodge Restaurant10.8 mi
Long View Lodge Restaurant on Long Lake offers a full-service dining experience with an award-winning chef. Known for its quality ingredients and an ever-changing menu in a warm, inviting Adirondack setting, no reservations are necessary.
- Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner12.9 mi
Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner: the best Diner in Indian Lake, NY. Order directly online today for takeout or delivery. Save money, support local business!
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4- Waypoint Cafe9.2 mi
Long Lake cafe at 1265 Main St. La Colombe coffee, homemade quiche, avocado toast, artisan sandwiches, salads, poke bowls, soups, and charcuterie. Closed Mondays; weeknight happy hour 4–6 p.m.
- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop12.9 mi
Seasonal coffee shop inside the 1895 schoolhouse that houses Blue Mountain Designs. Espresso, locally roasted coffee, loose-leaf tea, baked goods, avocado toast, sandwiches, and soups. May through October.
- Blue Moon24.0 mi
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- Origin Coffee24.0 mi
Origin Coffee Co is a specialty coffee shop with locations in Lake Placid and Saranac Lake serving a chef-driven breakfast and lunch menu.
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4- Custard’s Last Stand8.9 mi
Custard's Last Stand is a historic ice cream shop in Long Lake, established in 1958, serving a variety of soft frozen custard & hard ice cream, sundaes, specialty shakes, floats, and ice cream sodas. They also offer merchandise and gift cards.
- The Park8.9 mi
Trying to find a fast food restaurant in Long Lake? Pay a visit to The Park. We offer a range of burgers, sides, ice cream, drinks and coffee options.
- Skyline Ice Cream19.4 mi
A roadside soft-serve stand on Route 30 in Tupper Lake since 1985 — vanilla and black-raspberry twists, gelato, Dole Whip, and Michigans, now with an expanded burger-and-fries menu.
- Donnelly's Soft Ice Cream22.8 mi
A fourth-generation Saranac Lake institution on a former dairy farm, serving exactly one rotating soft-serve flavor each day — twisted with vanilla on the same 1953 machine. Cash only; check the daily flavor. Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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4- Brookside Hops & Hoagies8.9 mi
Brookside Hops & Hoagies is a casual, family-friendly shop in Long Lake, founded in 2023, offering craft beers and hoagies made with fresh ingredients and Boars Head deli meats. It operates Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM.
- Hex and Hop Tasting Room - Blue Mountain Lake13.1 mi
Hex and Hop is a craft brewery and meadery located in Bloomingdale, New York. They offer full-flavored, high-quality craft beer and mead, made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing community and craft.
- Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store14.2 mi
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- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar19.0 mi
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4- The Pilot's House5.7 mi
The Pilot's House sits above the Outfitter's storefront, with a wonderful view of Vanderwhacker Mt. and the Hudson River, and Santanoni Mt as a backdrop.
- Motel Long Lake & Cottages8.9 mi
A family-owned lakefront property on Dock Road in Long Lake with 8 motel rooms and 18 cottages on 3.4 acres of frontage. Private beach, two boat docks, boat rentals, and walking distance to the hamlet.
- Adirondack Herrenhaus9.0 mi
A vacation rental in Long Lake in the central Adirondacks — a home base for paddling, hiking, and quiet days on the water.
- Adirondack Hotel9.1 mi
A 20-room hotel from the 1850s on Long Lake's main street, with a fine-dining room, a casual lakeview taproom, and a veranda that earns its keep from June through foliage.
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4- Newcomb Ski Slope3.7 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
- Camp Santanoni5.8 mi
Built by the wealthy Pruyn family, Camp Santanoni is a publicly-owned National Historic Landmark, offering visitors a glimpse into the early Adirondack Great Camp era and opportunities for outdoor recreation.
- Blue Mountain Fire Observation Station11.3 mi
Blue Mountain offers a rewarding fire tower hike in the Central Adirondacks, featuring sweeping views and historical significance, with a world-class museum located at its base.
- John Dillon Park12.4 mi
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- Where is Arbutus Pond located?Arbutus Pond is a pond in the Long Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Arbutus Pond?Arbutus Pond has a surface area of approximately 121 acres, a mid-sized water.
- Is Arbutus Pond open to the public?Yes, Arbutus Pond has public access. See the listing page for current trailhead, parking, and boat-launch details, and check active DEC advisories before visiting.
- Can you camp at Arbutus Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Arbutus Pond: 32 designated campsites, 26 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.