Beaver Flow.
Beaver Flow sits in the Long Lake township — a 101-acre impoundment shaped by beaver activity rather than glacial scour, which makes for shallow water, drowned timber, and a shoreline that shifts with dam maintenance. No fish data on record, which usually means either limited angling pressure or periodic winterkill in shallow flowages like this. Access details are scarce in the public record, suggesting either private land barriers or a put-in that requires local knowledge — worth a stop at the Long Lake town office or a conversation at the boat launch if you're hunting new water. Flowages this size in the central Adirondacks tend to fish best in spring before the weeds take over.
Beaver Flow has public access. Summits nearby include Hedgehog Hill and Howard Hill.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
9 parking areas· 2 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 LotTrailhead4.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Cheney Pond Trail Parking5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 03East River Trail Parking5.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Roosevelt Truck Trail Parking6.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Upper Works Trail Parking6.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Gulf Brook Road Campsite 6 Parking area6.7 mi
- 07Boreas Ponds Accessible Parking Lot6.9 mi
- 08Gulf Brook Road Campsite 5 Parking area7.0 miunpavedDirections →
+1 more on the map above
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Long Lake Diner & Owl’s Head Pub17.3 mi
Long Lake Diner & Owl's Head Pub has been proudly serving food, beverages, and memories since 2004.
- Northern Borne17.3 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.
- McSweeney's Irish Pub17.7 mi
An Irish-style pub on Route 30 in Indian Lake serving comfort-food classics (shepherd's pie, fish and chips) seven days a week, year-round. The dependable dinner spot in town.
- Trail Break at Schroon Lake18.7 mi
Trail Break at Schroon Lake offers a restaurant, bar, and lodging in Schroon Lake. Guests can enjoy a menu of food, wine, and beer, live music on select evenings, and overnight stays in their rooms from May through October.
— 17.3 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sip.
4- Waypoint Cafe17.5 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.
- Cupola Crepes19.1 mi
Family-run creperie at 1095 Main Street in Schroon Lake. Sweet and savory crepes (gluten-free batter available), scones, coffee, and soft serve. Wednesday through Sunday.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co19.1 mi
9 Mile Coffee Co. is a coffee shop in downtown Schroon Lake, NY, serving a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches, and soups. They also sell their custom coffee blends and gift cards online.
- Old Mountain Coffee Company19.4 mi
Great Coffee, Great Food, Great Baked Goods & Great People. Stop in to enjoy our house roasted coffee, browse our menu for a bite to eat or grab a delicious treat from our bakery. Order Online for pickup or stop in.
— 17.5 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Custard’s Last Stand17.2 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 Park17.3 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.
- Adirondack Corner Store19.4 mi
A longtime deli and general store at the corner of Route 73 in Lake Placid with an ice cream counter and subs — a locals' spot off the Main Street tourist row.
- Emma's Lake Placid Creamery20.0 mi
A 1950s-themed creamery in the heart of walkable Lake Placid, famous for its Maple Creme soft serve alongside 16 hard flavors, gelato, sorbet, and old-fashioned malts. The reliable apres-hike treat.
— 17.2 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
4- Brookside Hops & Hoagies17.2 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.
- Paradox Brewery17.4 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
- Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store17.6 mi
Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store offers a full bar with an extensive bottle selection and local drafts, alongside a menu featuring appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees. The restaurant is currently closed for mud season and wi…
- The Brown Swan and Tavern19.0 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
— 17.2 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The Pilot's House3.5 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.
- Adirondack Loj13.9 mi
Adirondak Loj is a lodging and camping facility operated by the Adirondack Mountain Club (ADK) in Lake Placid, New York. It serves as a hub for outdoor programs and access to the High Peaks region, offering accommodations and information f…
- Blue Ridge Falls Campsites14.9 mi
Blue Ridge Falls Campsites is a campground in North Hudson, NY, offering RV, pop-up, and tent camping near Schroon Lake and I-87. Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a camp store, with easy access to area attraction…
- Motel Long Lake & Cottages17.2 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.
See.
4- Camp Santanoni2.9 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.
- Newcomb Ski Slope5.7 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
- Cliffside Coaster17.0 mi
The Cliffside Coaster in Lake Placid, NY, is the longest coaster in North America. It follows the path of Olympic history at Mt Van Hoevenberg.
- Lake Placid Bobsled Experience17.1 mi
Mt Van Hoevenberg, a Lake Placid Legacy Site, offers the thrilling Skeleton Experience for visitors and youth bobsled and skeleton programs, continuing its Olympic legacy as a venue for winter sports.
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- Where is Beaver Flow located?Beaver Flow is a pond in the Long Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Beaver Flow?Beaver Flow has a surface area of approximately 101 acres, a mid-sized water.
- Is Beaver Flow open to the public?Yes, Beaver Flow 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 Beaver Flow?Within roughly seven miles of Beaver Flow: 28 designated campsites, 11 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.