Brandreth Lake Outlet.
Brandreth Lake Outlet drains Brandreth Lake northeast into the South Inlet of Raquette Lake — a short, quick-dropping run through private Adirondack League Club land with no public access or put-in. The outlet is visible from the water if you're paddling the South Inlet arm of Raquette Lake, but it's a look-don't-touch situation unless you're a club member or guest. No fish data on record, though brookies are likely given the cold headwater source. If you're mapping tributaries from a kayak on Raquette, this is one you mark and keep moving.
Brandreth Lake Outlet has public access. Summits nearby include Pilgrim Mountain and Negrohead 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
1 parking area· 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.
- 01DEC parking 18886Trailhead6.8 mi
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- Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner11.7 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!
- Seventh Lake House12.1 mi
Rustic space with a lake view preps classic & contemporary American dishes from seasonal goods.
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4- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop11.2 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.
- Tamarack Cafe12.4 mi
Tamarack Cafe in downtown Inlet serves a wide variety of breakfast and lunch options, from traditional favorites and specialty bowls to creative salads, sandwiches, and burgers. The cafe also features an 18-hole mini-golf course.
- Blue Line Coffee House12.4 mi
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- Waypoint Cafe12.4 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.
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4- Northern Lights Creamery Inc.12.5 mi
An Inlet institution for 40-plus years, a short walk from Arrowhead Park on Fourth Lake — soft serve, homemade gelato, floats, flurries, and specialty sundaes.
- Custard’s Last Stand12.5 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 Park12.5 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.
- Benny’s Ice Cream20.5 mi
A family-run, locally loved scoop shop on Old Forge's Main Street — hand-scooped hard flavors and soft serve.
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4- Hex and Hop Tasting Room - Blue Mountain Lake11.3 mi
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- Brookside Hops & Hoagies12.6 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.
- Daiker's15.3 mi
Daikers is an Adirondack pitstop in Old Forge, NY, offering seasonal and local dining with a deck overlooking Fourth Lake. Their caring and committed staff ensure a fantastic experience for guests.
- Slickers Adirondack Tavern20.5 mi
Slickers Adirondack Tavern, established in 1984, offers a classic tavern experience with a focus on quality ingredients. They are well-known for their signature French Dip Sandwich.
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4- Tioga Point Campground - Lean-To - Site #83.8 mi
Tioga Point Campground is a primitive campground located in Raquette Lake, NY with 15 lean-tos and 10 tent sites.
- Tioga Point Campground - Lean-To - Site #73.8 mi
A specific lean-to site (Site #7) at the DEC's Tioga Point Campground on Long Lake, with shoreline access reachable primarily by boat. Reservations through DEC.
- Tioga Point Campground - Lean-To - Site #63.8 mi
Tioga Point Campground is a primitive campground located in Raquette Lake, NY with 15 lean-tos and 10 tent sites.
- Tioga Point Campground - Lean-To - Site #43.8 mi
Tioga Point Campground is a primitive campground located in Raquette Lake, NY with 15 lean-tos and 10 tent sites.
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4- Camp Pine Knot5.5 mi
William West Durant's 1877 compound on Raquette Lake — the camp that invented the Adirondack Great Camp style. Now SUNY Cortland's Huntington Memorial Camp, an outdoor-education center with occasional public programs.
- Raquette Lake Navigation Cruise5.9 mi
Raquette Lake Navigation Company offers dining, sightseeing, and special event cruises on Raquette Lake in New York. This family-owned and operated business has been providing scenic experiences aboard the W.W. Durant since 1991.
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- Great Camp Sagamore9.2 mi
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- Where is Brandreth Lake Outlet located?Brandreth Lake Outlet is a river in the Raquette Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Brandreth Lake Outlet open to the public?Yes, Brandreth Lake Outlet 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 Brandreth Lake Outlet?Within roughly seven miles of Brandreth Lake Outlet: 36 designated campsites, 28 lean-tos or shelters, 3 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.