Foster Brook.
Foster Brook drains northeast through the wooded country between Brant Lake and Schroon Lake — a modest tributary stream that feeds into Schroon River, not a named pond or recreational destination in its own right. No public access points are documented, no stocking records on file, and no reason to seek it out unless you're piecing together the hydrology of the eastern Adirondacks or tracing property lines on a survey map. This is working forest and private land; the brook shows up on the topo, does its job, and stays off the itinerary. If you're after moving water in the Brant Lake area, look instead to Schroon River proper or the inlet/outlet systems on the named ponds.
Foster Brook has public access. Summits nearby include Elephant Mountain and Hogback Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
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.
- 01Pike Brook Road Parking LotTrailhead2.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Deer Leap Trailhead Roadside Parking2.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Northwest Bay Parking5.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Clay Meadows Parking Area5.0 mipavedDirections →
- 05Clay Meadows Overflow Parking5.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Jabe Pond Parking Area5.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 07aJabe Pond All Season Parking5.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Pole Hill Pond Parking Area5.9 miunpavedDirections →
+2 more on the map above
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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- Beyond the Sea9.2 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Jimbo's Club at the Point11.2 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.
- Hot Biscuit Diner14.9 mi
Hot Biscuit Diner is a full service family style restaurant in Ticonderoga. Visit us today to try our recipes! We put an emphasis on country style cooking, friendly service and affordable pricing. This Diner has been a family owned and ope…
- Lone Bull Pancake & Steak House14.9 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
Sip.
3- Caffe Vero18.0 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co18.5 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 Crepes18.6 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.
— 18.0 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
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4- Cate's Creamery9.1 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.
- Crossroads Ice Cream14.6 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 Parlor14.6 mi
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- Stone Bridge Ice Cream16.7 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.
Drink.
4- Crazy Loon Distillery11.9 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…
- The Hub12.3 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.
- Diamond Point Grille14.0 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.
- Ridge Terrace Restaurant-Cocktail Lounge14.9 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.
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4- Huletts on Lake George0.2 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.
- Northbrook Motel2.3 mi
Pet-friendly cottages on Lake Shore Drive in Silver Bay, on the quieter northern end of Lake George. Private dock access, private beach, and a shared bonfire pit. Twelve miles north of Lake George Village.
- Silver Bay YMCA - Conference and Family Retreat Center3.9 mi
A 700-acre lakeshore conference and family-retreat center in operation since 1904. National Register of Historic Places. 253 rooms across hotel, cottages, dorms, and guest houses; meeting spaces up to 700; 15 miles of hiking trails.
- The Lodges at Bolton Landing6.8 mi
A collection of lodges on Lake George's Northwest Bay, providing direct water access with complimentary boats and a renovated pool area.
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4- Godwin Preserve7.3 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.
- Bolton Historical Museum9.3 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.
- Town of Horicon Museum12.1 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.
- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob13.0 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.
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- Where is Foster Brook located?Foster Brook is a stream in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Foster Brook open to the public?Yes, Foster Brook 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 Foster Brook?Within roughly seven miles of Foster Brook: 98 designated campsites, 9 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.