Beaver Pond.
Beaver Pond — 48 acres in the Brant Lake region — sits in the middle-elevation terrain where the southeastern Adirondacks flatten out toward the lakes corridor. No fish data on record, which usually means either neglected stocking history or a pond that doesn't hold trout through summer heat, though beavers have clearly claimed it and reengineered the shoreline at some point in the last two decades. Access details are sparse; if you're searching for it on a map, cross-reference with local DEC access or private land boundaries before bushwhacking in. This is secondary-tier Adirondack water — worth exploring if you're already in the area, but not a destination on its own.
Beaver Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Park Mountain and Prickly Ash Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
- Peak foliage from the water — the best seats in the Park are in a canoe this month.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
6 parking areas
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.
- 01PHARAOH LAKE PARKINGTrailhead1.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 02DEC parking 2282552.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Lily Pond Parking Area3.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Brant Lake Boat Launch4.4 mipavedDirections →
- 05Padanarum Road Paking Lot 26.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Padanarum Road Paking Lot 16.6 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Jimbo's Club at the Point3.3 mi
A fine-dining room and private event venue on a 25-acre peninsula on Brant Lake, off Route 8. Weekly-changing menu, an award-winning wine list, and wedding bookings for the full property.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar5.4 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room5.6 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
- DeCesare's Pizzeria6.2 mi
DeCesare's Pizzeria in Schroon Lake offers a menu of pizza, Italian dishes, and salads. They provide online ordering for both carryout and delivery.
Sip.
3- 9 Mile Coffee Co6.4 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.
- Cupola Crepes6.5 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.
- Caffe Vero22.4 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
Sweet.
4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream5.1 mi
Stone Bridge Ice Cream is a seasonal stand located 2.5 miles from the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, offering over 40 flavors of soft serve, custom ice cream cakes, and signature sundaes. It features outdoor seating and a kids' swing set.
- Crossroads Ice Cream7.4 mi
The ice cream counter at The Crossroads, a country and outdoors store off I-87 Exit 25 in Chestertown between Schroon and Brant Lake — hard and soft ice cream on the road north.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor7.9 mi
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- Cate's Creamery13.7 mi
The main ice cream spot in the heart of Bolton Landing village on Lake George's quieter west shore — soft serve, hand-dipped hard ice cream, and slushies, a short stroll from the lakefront.
Drink.
4- The Hub5.2 mi
The Hub is a cafe, restaurant, lounge, bar, and bike repair shop located in Brant Lake, also serving the Lake George, Loon Lake, Friends Lake, and Schroon Lake areas.
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar5.7 mi
Black Bear Restaurant & Bar is an American eatery in Pottersville, NY, offering comfort food, sandwiches, and breakfast. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quick service, and popular dishes like meatloaf and gravy fries.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill6.4 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
- The Brown Swan and Tavern6.4 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
Stay.
4- Park Mountain Campground1.5 mi
Park Mountain Campground is a family-owned RV and tent campground with 15 spacious sites in the Adirondack Mountains, less than a mile from Schroon Lake and near the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness area.
- Adirondack Pines Bed & Breakfast1.9 mi
Adirondack Pines offers lodging in an 1837 country farmhouse B&B and a renovated 3-bedroom vacation rental house, located minutes from Schroon Lake and area attractions.
- Hidden Pond Campsite4.4 mi
Family-run seasonal campground in Brant Lake on 75 acres of woodland, built around a 6-acre spring-fed pond with a sandy swimming beach. Founded 1967. Fishing yes; boats no.
- Hillcrest Cottages5.1 mi
Hillcrest Cottages, Brant Lake, New York, Cottages in the Adirondacks, Warren County
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4- Town of Horicon Museum4.9 mi
The Brant Lake Museum is housed in an 1890s farmhouse, featuring period furniture, clothing, tools, and photographs from the 19th and 20th centuries. It also includes a Carriage House with military and local hotel exhibits.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves6.7 mi
Explore the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S., carved by Trout Brook. Offers self-guided trails, adventure tours, and winter snowshoeing with ice formations.
- Godwin Preserve8.5 mi
Godwin Preserve in the Town of Bolton offers two hiking trails totaling 112 acres, with moderate difficulty. The Yellow Trail provides views of Amy's Park wetlands and High Nopit, while the Red Trail connects to Pole Hill Pond Preserve.
- Bolton Historical Museum13.7 mi
The Bolton Historical Museum, located on the shores of Lake George in Bolton Landing, educates visitors about the history of Bolton, Lake George, and the surrounding region.
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- Where is Beaver Pond located?Beaver Pond is a pond in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Beaver Pond?Beaver Pond has a surface area of approximately 48 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Beaver Pond open to the public?Yes, Beaver 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 Beaver Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Beaver Pond: 106 designated campsites, 14 lean-tos or shelters, 4 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.