Clear Pond.
Clear Pond is a five-acre pocket water in the Lake George region — small enough that it doesn't draw crowds, large enough to feel like a destination if you're looking for stillwater away from the main lake corridor. No fish data on file, which often means either wild brookies that slip through DEC surveys or simply a pond that doesn't hold fish year-round; locals who know it will know which. The Lake George Wild Forest has dozens of these small ponds tucked into the hills — some accessed by old logging roads, some by bushwhack — and Clear Pond fits that pattern: a place you find because someone told you about it or because you're willing to poke around with a map.
Clear Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Vanderburg Mountain and The Diameter.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
11 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.
- 01Dacy Clearing Parking AreaTrailhead5.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 02SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 1 PARKING LOT5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Upper Hogtown Parking Area5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 04SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 4 PARKING LOT5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 05SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 2 PARKING LOT5.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 06SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 3 PARKING LOT5.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 07SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 8 PARKING LOT6.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Buck Mt./Shelving Rock Road Parking Area6.2 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Beyond the Sea10.6 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Antonio's Bayside Bistro11.5 mi
Discover a unique dining experience at Antonio's Bayside Bistro, where tradition meets innovation on the serene shores of Lake George. Enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine, breathtaking views, and warm hospitality.
- Lone Bull Pancake & Steak House12.6 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Bistro LeRoux13.5 mi
Local, French-accented cuisine with multiple rooms displaying artwork & views of the open kitchen.
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4- Cate's Creamery10.3 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.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor14.8 mi
Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor in Lake George offers ice cream and frozen yogurt at inexpensive prices. Located at 327 Canada St, it provides take-out service and accepts credit cards.
- Lake George Baking Company14.8 mi
A bakery with two locations in Queensbury and Lake George, offering custom cakes, breads, rolls, and the original Fudge Fancy. Off-season hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Martha's Dandee Creme17.1 mi
The definitive gateway ice cream stand into the Adirondacks, marked by its towering rooster sign on Route 9 in Queensbury. Towering swirls of soft serve in dozens of handmade flavors plus a grill menu, spring through early fall.
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4- Ridge Terrace Restaurant-Cocktail Lounge10.5 mi
The Ridge Terrace is a chef-owned and operated restaurant in Lake George, NY, celebrating its 60th season. They offer a diverse menu, including a children's menu, and can accommodate special dietary requests.
- Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery11.6 mi
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, located in the Adirondack Mountains, crafts a variety of spirits including vodka, gin, moonshine, and whiskeys. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful tasting room offering specialty cocktails, local beer, wine,…
- Diamond Point Grille12.2 mi
Diamond Point Grille is a casual family restaurant located in Diamond Point, NY, on Lake George. It specializes as a fish and burger joint, serving simple comfort food made with local, affordable ingredients in a relaxed setting.
- Adirondack Bar and Grill12.3 mi
We pride ourselves on our seasonally inspired American classics and fresh ingredients in the meals we serve. Our food and drink options will have you coming back to troy something new each time!
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4- Huletts on Lake George8.8 mi
A collection of named cottages on Lake George's east shore at Huletts Landing, with a sandy beach, dock access, a 9-hole golf course, and Black Mountain hiking nearby.
- Boathouse Waterfront Lodging10.4 mi
Boathouse Waterfront Lodging is a historic, adults-only bed and breakfast located directly on the shores of Lake George in Bolton Landing, NY. It is the only lodging of its kind situated right on the water, offering a unique setting for ro…
- Moose Hillock Camping Resorts - NY10.5 mi
Moose Hillock Camping Resort in Fort Ann, NY, offers spacious, private campsites and Adirondack cabin rentals near Lake George. It features the Northeast's largest heated swimming pool and full hook-up RV sites with water, sewer, cable TV,…
- The Sagamore Resort10.5 mi
Iconic Bolton Landing resort on Lake George with Donald Ross-designed golf, lakeside dining, spa, and classic summer-resort amenities.
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4- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob9.5 mi
Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob offers a moderately steep, 0.7-mile hike to a gazebo with expansive views of Lake George and the Adirondacks. An additional blue trail leads to a seasonal waterfall.
- Bolton Historical Museum10.5 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.
- Dunham Bay Marsh11.7 mi
Peat swamps, bog thickets & other unique areas for kayaking, canoeing & wildlife-watching.
- Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort12.2 mi
Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort offers private guided boat tours of Lake George on a 24-foot bowrider motorboat. Guests enjoy sightseeing, swimming, tubing, and cliff jumping with an experienced captain.
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- Where is Clear Pond located?Clear Pond is a pond in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Clear Pond?Clear Pond has a surface area of approximately 5 acres, a small pond.
- Is Clear Pond open to the public?Yes, Clear 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 Clear Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Clear Pond: 15 designated campsites, 5 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.