Brant Lake.
Brant Lake spans 1,525 acres in the eastern Adirondacks with a maximum depth of 39 feet. Smallmouth bass fishing draws repeat anglers; lake trout and yellow perch fill out the catch, and public access keeps it open to beginners.
Brant Lake reaches a maximum depth of 39 feet. Fish on record include Smallmouth bass, Lake trout, and Yellow perch — always check current New York State DEC regulations before fishing. Brant Lake has public access. Summits nearby include Sand Beach Mountain and Bartonville Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
§ The water
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- Cold-water season returns — dress for immersion, and from Nov 1 New York requires wearing a PFD in boats under 21 ft.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
10 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.
- 01Lily Pond Parking AreaTrailhead2.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Brant Lake Boat Launch2.5 mipavedDirections →
- 03PHARAOH LAKE PARKING3.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 04DEC parking 2282554.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Padanarum Road Paking Lot 24.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Padanarum Road Paking Lot 14.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Cat And Thomas Mountain Trailhead Parking7.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Jabe Pond Parking Area8.9 miunpavedDirections →
+2 more on the map above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 15 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
The stocking record.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
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4- Jimbo's Club at the Point1.1 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.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room5.8 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar7.6 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
- DeCesare's Pizzeria8.4 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 Co8.7 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 Crepes8.7 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 Vero20.2 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
Sweet.
4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream5.5 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 Cream6.0 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 Parlor6.4 mi
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- Cate's Creamery11.5 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 Hub3.4 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 & Bar5.9 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.
- Crazy Loon Distillery6.1 mi
At the Crazy Loon Distillery, we produce high quality Adirondack inspired craft spirits that reflect the innovative nature and peaceful mindset of the North Country of New York. We offer a lineup of flavorful craft spirits inspired by the…
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill8.6 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
Stay.
4- Hidden Pond Campsite2.2 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 Cottages3.2 mi
Hillcrest Cottages, Brant Lake, New York, Cottages in the Adirondacks, Warren County
- Adirondack Pines Bed & Breakfast3.4 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.
- Park Mountain Campground3.5 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.
See.
4- Town of Horicon Museum3.0 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.
- Godwin Preserve6.3 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.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves7.4 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.
- Bolton Historical Museum11.5 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 Brant Lake located?Brant Lake is a lake in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Brant Lake?Brant Lake has a surface area of approximately 1,525 acres, a large lake by Adirondack standards.
- How deep is Brant Lake?Brant Lake has a maximum depth of 39 feet.
- What fish are in Brant Lake?Brant Lake supports populations of Smallmouth bass, Lake trout, and Yellow perch. Always check current New York State Department of Environmental Conservation fishing regulations before casting.
- Is Brant Lake open to the public?Yes, Brant Lake 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 Brant Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Brant Lake: 123 designated campsites, 19 lean-tos or shelters, 4 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.