Carry Falls Reservoir.
Carry Falls Reservoir is a remote 1,200-acre impoundment on the Oswegatchie River in the Five Ponds Wilderness. Access requires a multi-mile paddle or portage from Inlet or Wanakena — motorboats prohibited, making it a backcountry destination for canoeists and anglers targeting pike and bass.
Carry Falls Reservoir has public access. Summits nearby include Bog Mountain and Catamount Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
- 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
2 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.
- 01Jamestown Falls Parking AreaTrailhead5.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Jamestown Falls Campsite5.1 mi
Carry Falls Reservoir.
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What rings this water.
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Make a weekend of it.
Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- PorkBusters BBQ15.7 mi
PorkBusters BBQ is a Tupper Lake restaurant serving barbecue dishes seven days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM. They offer a menu for dine-in or takeout, plus catering for parties and events.
- Amado17.4 mi
A small restaurant on Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake serving Brazilian dishes (moqueca, feijoada) alongside lamb pot pie, fish fry, and a clearly marked vegan section. Homemade desserts.
- Guido's Pizzeria17.5 mi
Guido's Pizzeria in Tupper Lake has been serving hand-thrown pizzas, subs, calzones, dinners, and wings since 1988. They offer free delivery within the Town of Tupper Lake on any size order and make fresh dough daily.
- ADK Food Hub18.0 mi
A year-round market and casual eatery on Park Street in Tupper Lake, with a deli case, pantry staples, and a summer buffet built around the on-site Whitten Family Farm. Sunday farmhouse breakfast in July and August.
— 15.7 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sweet.
1— 17.8 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
3- Raquette River Brewing17.0 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar18.1 mi
Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar in Tupper Lake offers 8 lanes of bowling, an arcade, a sports bar, and outdoor seating with food and drinks for family fun.
- The 1892 Bar & Grille24.1 mi
The 1892 Bar & Grille is a locally owned rustic bar and restaurant in Lake Clear, NY, offering homemade food. Recently under new ownership, it brings fresh energy and an updated menu to its patrons.
— 17.0 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The Lodge at Seveys4.8 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Trailhead Hotel in Tupper Lake, NY18.0 mi
A motel on Park Street in Tupper Lake with an outdoor pool, basketball court, putting green, mini-golf, free breakfast, and voice-controlled smart-room features. ADA-accessible rooms available.
- Park Motel and Cabins18.0 mi
Woodsy rooms & cabins in a family-owned motel offering an outdoor pool & free continental breakfast.
- Red Top Inn LLC18.3 mi
No-frills lodgings by Tupper Lake with boat rentals and nightly bonfires by the lake.
See.
4- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory15.8 mi
Free 2-Day Space Camp at the Adirondack Sky Center Calling all future space explorers— get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us to explore some of the most fascinating topics in outer space! We’ll cover black holes, space tra…
- Adirondack Railroad16.1 mi
Adirondack Railroad offers scenic train experiences through the beautiful outdoor scenery of New York, departing from stations in Utica, Thendara, and Tupper Lake. They provide various themed rides, including special events and multi-hour…
- The Wild Center18.6 mi
Live animals, hands-on exhibits & forest trails connect guests with the Adirondacks.
- Topridge20.7 mi
The sprawling Gilded Age estate Marjorie Merriweather Post built on Upper St. Regis Lake — later New York State's, now privately held. Best seen from the St. Regis lakes.
— 15.8 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Carry Falls Reservoir located?Carry Falls Reservoir is a reservoir in the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Carry Falls Reservoir open to the public?Yes, Carry Falls Reservoir 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 Carry Falls Reservoir?Within roughly seven miles of Carry Falls Reservoir: 6 designated campsites. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.