Glidden Marsh.
Glidden Marsh sits in the Paradox Lake region — 18 acres of shallow wetland that functions more as wildlife habitat than paddling destination. The marsh is the kind of place that registers on topographic maps but rarely appears in trip reports: no designated access, no formal trails, and no fish stocking records to pull anglers off the nearby lakes. Beaver activity shapes the water levels season to season, and the edges are browsed hard by deer. If you're scanning a map for solitude in the Paradox corridor, this is the terrain that delivers it — but you'll be bushwhacking in, and the reward is observation, not recreation.
Glidden Marsh reaches a maximum depth of 27 feet, with a mean depth of 7 feet. Glidden Marsh has public access. Summits nearby include Meadow Hill and Antwine Hill.
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.
- 01CRANE POND TRAILHEADTrailhead2.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 02LONG SWING TRAILHEAD PARKING3.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Tubmill Marsh/Short Swing Trail Parking3.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 04EAGLE LAKE/OTTER POND PARKING LOT3.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 05BERRYMILL POND AND GRIZZLE OCEAN PARKING4.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 06LOST POND PARKING LOT4.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 07PHARAOH LAKE PARKING5.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Dirgy Lot Parking6.1 miunpavedDirections →
+3 more on the map above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 14 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
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4- Trail Break at Schroon Lake5.2 mi
Trail Break at Schroon Lake offers a restaurant, bar, and lodging in Schroon Lake. Guests can enjoy a menu of food, wine, and beer, live music on select evenings, and overnight stays in their rooms from May through October.
- Pitkins Restaurant5.3 mi
Pitkin's Restaurant is a family dining landmark in Schroon Lake, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a broad menu in a modern rustic setting. It features a new patio, including pet-friendly outdoor dining, and is conveniently locate…
- DeCesare's Pizzeria5.8 mi
DeCesare's Pizzeria in Schroon Lake offers a menu of pizza, Italian dishes, and salads. They provide online ordering for both carryout and delivery.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar6.1 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
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2- Cupola Crepes5.3 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.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co5.3 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.
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4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream10.9 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.
- Crossroads Ice Cream14.3 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 Parlor14.8 mi
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- The Hungry Crow Market & Café19.3 mi
A downtown North Creek market and cafe serving soft serve alongside scratch-made desserts, next to Hudson River Trading Co. — the cone stop in the Gore and Upper Hudson area.
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4- Flanagan's Pub & Grill5.3 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
- The Brown Swan and Tavern5.5 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
- Paradox Brewery8.2 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
- The Pub11.5 mi
The Pub is a British-inspired restaurant recognized for serving the best Fish and Chips in the U.S. by the UK’s Greene King Brewery. It offers excellent food, drinks, and genuine hospitality with a wide selection of beers.
Stay.
4- Pharoah Lake Lean To2.7 mi
The Pharoah Lake Lean To is located within the 46,283-acre Pharaoh Lake Wilderness, part of the Adirondack Forest Preserve, which features many lakes and ponds.
- Terra Alta cottages5.1 mi
Historic Montgomery Ward kit-home cottages from the 1930s on 14 acres with 400 feet of Schroon Lake shoreline, owned by the Starfield family since the mid-1950s. Dog-friendly for a fee.
- Maple Leaf Motel5.1 mi
Modest property offering simple rooms & cabins with fridges, microwaves & free WiFi, plus a pool.
- The Adirondack Inn5.3 mi
Historic Schroon Lake inn at 1051 US 9, walking distance to the lake, beaches, restaurants, and shops. Eight Adirondack-themed rooms, fully renovated in 2014. Open May through October.
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4- Penfield Homestead Museum8.3 mi
Penfield Homestead Museum preserves the history of Crown Point, NY, and the surrounding Ironville area. Explore the historic homestead, barns, church, and learn about local history, military conflicts, and notable families.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves11.7 mi
Explore the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S., carved by Trout Brook. Offers self-guided trails, adventure tours, and winter snowshoeing with ice formations.
- Ticonderoga Heritage Museum11.7 mi
A local history museum on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga inside the 1888 building, the sole surviving structure from the Ticonderoga Pulp and Paper Company. Free walking tours of the La Chute industrial corridor.
- Town of Horicon Museum11.8 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.
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- Where is Glidden Marsh located?Glidden Marsh is a pond in the Paradox Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Glidden Marsh?Glidden Marsh has a surface area of approximately 18 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Glidden Marsh?Glidden Marsh has a maximum depth of 27 feet, with a mean depth of 6.9 feet.
- Is Glidden Marsh open to the public?Yes, Glidden Marsh 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 Glidden Marsh?Within roughly seven miles of Glidden Marsh: 188 designated campsites, 29 lean-tos or shelters, 2 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.