Cranberry Pond.
Cranberry Pond is a 32-acre water tucked in the Lake Placid region — one of dozens of mid-sized ponds in the northern Adirondacks that sit just outside the High Peaks spotlight. No fish species on record, which typically means either limited access, shallow bottom conditions that don't hold trout, or a history of winterkill that never got restocked. The name suggests the pond edges hold sphagnum mat and the kind of boggy shoreline that makes bushwhacking tough and keeps most paddlers looking elsewhere. Worth checking DEC maps for trail access if you're local and curious — but this isn't a destination pond for anglers or campers passing through.
Cranberry Pond reaches a maximum depth of 10 feet, with a mean depth of 5 feet. Cranberry Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Cranberry Mountain and Third Burnt Hill.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 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.
- 01Catamount Trailhead Parking AreaTrailhead2.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Union Falls Informal Boat Launch Parking2.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Plank Road East Parking Lot2.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Union Falls Road Parking Lot3.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Casey Road Parking Lot3.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Silver Lake Mtn. Parking Lot3.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Plank Road Parking Lot3.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Taylor Pond Loop Parking Lot4.6 miunpavedDirections →
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4- The Hungry Trout7.9 mi
Situated on the West Branch of the Ausable River, the Hungry Trout offers two distinct dining experiences, from an upscale restaurant to a lively tavern.
- Artisans at the Lake Placid Lodge12.3 mi
The restaurant at the Lake Placid Lodge, a Relais and Chateaux property, serving a seasonal farm-to-fork menu in a fire-lit dining room with a three-season terrace over the lake. Breakfast and dinner daily.
- Monday Tuesday Grill12.5 mi
Monday Tuesday Grill in Upper Jay offers fresh, friendly, and affordable comfort meals for indoor, outdoor, and takeout dining, including grilled cheese sandwiches, soups, and Swedish meatballs.
- The Cottage at Mirror Lake Inn13.0 mi
The Cottage Restaurant and Cafe is located directly on the shore of Mirror Lake, offering spectacular views of the Adirondack High Peaks. It features food and drink options sourced from the Lake Placid region and operates on a first-come,…
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4- Saranac Juice10.3 mi
Cold-pressed juices, cleanses, protein elixirs, and nut mylks from Saranac River Ranch in Bloomingdale, made from organic produce grown on the farm or sourced from local Adirondack growers.
- Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe11.3 mi
Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe is a coffee shop in Upper Jay, NY, serving fresh, slow-roasted coffee, breakfast, and lunch daily. Located near Whiteface Mountain and the Adirondack State Park, it also offers local beer and cocktails, with…
- Simply Gourmet13.1 mi
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- The Coffee Bar13.4 mi
A small coffee bar on Main Street in Lake Placid with Mirror Lake and Whiteface Mountain views, pulling shots from Tug Hill Artisan Roasters beans.
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4- Whitebrook Dairy Bar6.5 mi
A classic roadside drive-in on Route 86 in Wilmington, five minutes from Whiteface — creamy soft serve (try the peanut-butter dip) plus footlongs and the Wilmington burger. Opening day is a local rite of spring.
- Sugar House Creamery11.0 mi
Sugar House Creamery is a farmstead creamery located in the Adirondacks, producing artisanal cheeses from the milk of their own cows. They offer a variety of cheeses, showcasing the quality of their local dairy.
- Ben & Jerry's13.9 mi
The Ben & Jerry's scoop shop on Lake Placid's Main Street above Mirror Lake — the Vermont brand's pints and cones in the heart of the village.
- Emma's Lake Placid Creamery13.9 mi
A 1950s-themed creamery in the heart of walkable Lake Placid, famous for its Maple Creme soft serve alongside 16 hard flavors, gelato, sorbet, and old-fashioned malts. The reliable apres-hike treat.
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4- R.F. McDougall's Pub7.9 mi
The casual sibling of the Hungry Trout Restaurant, sharing the same Adirondack riverside property next to Whiteface. Pub food, regional beers, and the same view of the West Branch Ausable at a more relaxed price point.
- Hex and Hop Brewing10.1 mi
Hex and Hop Brewing is a craft brewery and meadery in Bloomingdale, New York, making full-flavored, locally sourced beer and mead. They prioritize community and craft, using fresh, local ingredients.
- Top of the Park13.1 mi
A Lake Placid bar on Main Street offering a curated selection of wine, scotch, bourbon, craft beer, and top-shelf liquors, complemented by small plates and signature cocktails. Enjoy 'Spirits with a View' from its large deck overlooking Mi…
- Lake Placid Pub & Brewery13.6 mi
A brewpub on Mirror Lake Drive in Lake Placid since 1996, with 12 house beers on tap including the original Ubu Ale, a downstairs Irish pub, and a deck over Mirror Lake.
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4- Adirondack Spruce Lodge6.9 mi
Twenty-seven-room independent lodge in Wilmington village, minutes from Whiteface Mountain and walking distance from the Ausable River. Complimentary breakfast, fire pit, and Adirondack-character rooms.
- Wolfjaw Lodge6.9 mi
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- Cadence Lodge at Whiteface6.9 mi
Cadence Lodge in Wilmington, NY, offers an ideal base camp for outdoor adventurers. The property features recently updated guest rooms with amenities to enhance your stay, including a restaurant onsite, weekend breakfast options, and…
- Mountain Brook Lodge7.0 mi
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4- Summit Weather Observatory7.3 mi
The Summit Weather Observatory, part of the University at Albany's Atmospheric Sciences Research Center (ASRC), provides real-time weather conditions and data from its observatory at the summit of Whiteface Mountain and a field station at…
- High Falls Gorge8.7 mi
A 22-acre privately owned nature park on Route 86 in Wilmington with rim trails, glass-floor walkways over Ausable River waterfalls, a cafe, and gift shop. Open year-round, weather permitting.
- Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge11.2 mi
The Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge is a vibrant venue dedicated to presenting music, theater, and visual arts in Upper Jay, NY. It serves as a community hub for various cultural events.
- Captain Marney's Boat Rental12.5 mi
Captain Marney's Boat Rental offers boat and water sports rentals in the Lake Placid, NY area. They provide reasonably priced options for various water enthusiasts, including discounts for multi-day, multi-boat, and group rentals.
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- Where is Cranberry Pond located?Cranberry Pond is a pond in the Lake Placid region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Cranberry Pond?Cranberry Pond has a surface area of approximately 32 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Cranberry Pond?Cranberry Pond has a maximum depth of 10 feet, with a mean depth of 4.9 feet.
- Is Cranberry Pond open to the public?Yes, Cranberry 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 Cranberry Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Cranberry Pond: 14 designated campsites, 3 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.