Efner Lake.
Efner Lake sits in the southern Adirondacks near the Great Sacandaga Lake basin — 100 acres that hold water quietly enough to stay off most recreation radar. No fish stocking records and no formal access trails in the DEC system, which typically means either private shoreline or a local-knowledge put-in that doesn't show up on the official maps. The lake belongs to that category of Adirondack water that exists more as a named blue shape than as a paddling or fishing destination — worth knowing if you're connecting dots on the USGS quad, but not a place you'll find a trailhead sign pointing toward.
Efner Lake has public access. Summits nearby include Woodcock Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
5 parking areas· 2 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.
- 01Schofield Flats Accessible ParkingTrailhead6.4 mi
- 02Scofield Flats Parking6.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Pike'S Beach Accessible Parking6.4 mi
- 04Pikes Beach Parking6.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Fox Hill Road Parking Lot7.4 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Nettle Meadow at The Hitching Post9.6 mi
A tavern and dining spot tied to Nettle Meadow Farm, the noted goat-and-sheep creamery, serving farm-to-table fare in the Lake Luzerne area.
- The Local12.5 mi
Fine-dining restaurant in the Great Sacandaga Lake region.
- Klippel's Kozy Korner Cafe12.7 mi
India’s largest Food Delivery, Dining and Restaurant Discovery Service. Better food for more people.
- The Log Jam Restaurant13.6 mi
The Log Jam Restaurant is an authentic log cabin restaurant in Lake George, NY, offering comfortable, casual Adirondack-style dining. It features stone fireplaces and serves American fare, including steaks and a large salad bar.
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3- ADK Blend12.5 mi
Northville smoothie & açaí-bowl spot in the Great Sacandaga Lake corridor.
- Caffe Vero15.4 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- Uncle Carl's Coffee20.3 mi
Uncle Carl's Coffee serves expertly crafted coffees, artisan teas, pastries, and light savory bites. They also offer daily quiche and bagels, along with homemade soups, frozen meals, local meats, and cheeses.
Sweet.
4- Cree-Mee Freeze10.9 mi
A summer soft-serve stand near Northville on the Great Sacandaga Lake shore, with twists and specialty sundaes.
- The Village Scoop12.7 mi
A walk-up ice cream shop on Northville's Main Street at the north tip of Great Sacandaga Lake — hard ice cream and soft serve with a wide flavor selection.
- Martha's Dandee Creme13.2 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.
- Lake George Baking Company15.5 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.
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4- South Shore Dive9.3 mi
South Shore Dive: Casual dining on Great Sacandaga Lake. Made-to-order meals, craft cocktails, lake views. Book now in upstate NY!
- The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub10.1 mi
The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Lake Luzerne, The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Lake Luzerne Online ordering, online order accepting credit card, The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Fast, Relaxed, Healthy and stylish dining experience., Catering and Gi…
- Sport Island Pub13.2 mi
Sport Island Pub offers great food, refreshing drinks, and friendly entertainment on the Great Sacandaga Lake. This family-run restaurant, with three generations of service, invites you to enjoy exquisite dishes for dine-in or take-out.
- Adirondack Pub & Brewery15.1 mi
Comfortable brewpub offering craft beers & American comfort food amid rustic, lodge-style surrounds.
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4- Rockwell Falls Inn and Wine Bar5.8 mi
A Victorian-era inn in Lake Luzerne, south of Lake George, with 12 rooms (all with private baths, gas fireplaces, and jacuzzi tubs) and a wine bar open to the public Thursday through Saturday evenings.
- Luzerne Court Motel6.7 mi
A renovated roadside motel on Lake Avenue in Lake Luzerne, 7.5 miles south of Lake George and 25 miles north of Saratoga, with a seasonal pool, nightly campfires, and pet-friendly rooms.
- Ponderosa Pines Campgrounds and Bar7.1 mi
Ponderosa Pines Campgrounds offers waterfront cabin rentals and RV site lots on Great Sacandaga Lake. Amenities include a private beach, dock rentals, on-site bar, and various recreational activities.
- Luzerne State Campground8.3 mi
Located on Fourth Lake in Lake Luzerne, this state campground provides 173 tent and trailer sites, along with dedicated facilities for campers traveling with horses.
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4- Historic Copeland Covered Bridge9.2 mi
The Historic Copeland Covered Bridge is a 35-foot Queenpost truss bridge built in 1879 by Arad Copeland in Edinburg, Saratoga County. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is the only covered bridge remaining in Saratoga C…
- Tubby Tubes River Co.9.8 mi
An outfitter for lazy-river tubing on the Lower Hudson in Lake Luzerne, with guided trips, tubes, life jackets, and shuttle included. Ages 2 and up. Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.
- Lake George Expedition Park14.5 mi
Lake George Expedition Park is a place of adventure, discovery, and excitement for attendees of all ages. Located in Lake George, NY. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day.
- Lake George Battlefield Park15.3 mi
Visitors to the Lake George Battlefield can see the sites of the Battle of Lake George (1755), which was part of the siege of Fort William Henry (1757) and a major military camp throughout the French and Indian War (1754-1763).
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- Where is Efner Lake located?Efner Lake is a lake in the Great Sacandaga Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Efner Lake?Efner Lake has a surface area of approximately 100 acres, a mid-sized water.
- Is Efner Lake open to the public?Yes, Efner 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 Efner Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Efner Lake: 9 designated campsites, 1 listed campground. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.