Halfmoon Pond.
Halfmoon Pond is a nine-acre pocket water in the Tupper Lake region — small enough that it likely sees more canoe traffic than motorboats, though access details remain thin on public record. No fish species data on file, which usually means either unstocked and untested or simply too minor for DEC survey priority. The name suggests a crescent shoreline, and ponds this size in Tupper country tend to sit along old logging roads or within short paddling distance of larger connected waters. Worth a look if you're mapping the area's smaller stillwaters, but bring a GPS track and low expectations for infrastructure.
Halfmoon Pond reaches a maximum depth of 23 feet, with a mean depth of 6 feet. Halfmoon Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Tomar Mountain and Cat Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
7 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.
- 01Roadside pull-offTrailhead5.0 miverified pinDirections →
- 02Roadside pull-off5.1 miverified pinDirections →
- 03Dead Creek Trail Parking Area5.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 04High Falls Trailhead Parking Area5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Moore Trail Parking Area6.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Lake Lila Parking Lot6.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Lake Lila Parking Area6.6 mi
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4- The Clubhouse at Tupper Lake Country Club18.6 mi
The Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar at Tupper Lake Golf Club offers a full bar, weekly specials, and hosts events and weddings. Open to the public, enjoy meals with a view of the golf course.
- Big Moose Station Restaurant18.9 mi
Website under development
- PorkBusters BBQ20.1 mi
PorkBusters BBQ is a Tupper Lake restaurant serving barbecue dishes seven days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM. They offer a menu for dine-in or takeout, plus catering for parties and events.
- Amado20.3 mi
A small restaurant on Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake serving Brazilian dishes (moqueca, feijoada) alongside lamb pot pie, fish fry, and a clearly marked vegan section. Homemade desserts.
— 18.6 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sip.
4- Waypoint Cafe21.3 mi
Long Lake cafe at 1265 Main St. La Colombe coffee, homemade quiche, avocado toast, artisan sandwiches, salads, poke bowls, soups, and charcuterie. Closed Mondays; weeknight happy hour 4–6 p.m.
- Tamarack Cafe23.0 mi
Tamarack Cafe in downtown Inlet serves a wide variety of breakfast and lunch options, from traditional favorites and specialty bowls to creative salads, sandwiches, and burgers. The cafe also features an 18-hole mini-golf course.
- Blue Line Coffee House23.0 mi
Blue Line Coffee House offers Adirondack-inspired apparel, handcrafted mugs, and mountain-themed gifts, along with pre-packaged coffee and coffee accessories. Products are available for nationwide shipping, and local customers can order dr…
- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop24.9 mi
Seasonal coffee shop inside the 1895 schoolhouse that houses Blue Mountain Designs. Espresso, locally roasted coffee, loose-leaf tea, baked goods, avocado toast, sandwiches, and soups. May through October.
— 21.3 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Skyline Ice Cream20.4 mi
A roadside soft-serve stand on Route 30 in Tupper Lake since 1985 — vanilla and black-raspberry twists, gelato, Dole Whip, and Michigans, now with an expanded burger-and-fries menu.
- The Park21.7 mi
Trying to find a fast food restaurant in Long Lake? Pay a visit to The Park. We offer a range of burgers, sides, ice cream, drinks and coffee options.
- Custard’s Last Stand21.7 mi
Custard's Last Stand is a historic ice cream shop in Long Lake, established in 1958, serving a variety of soft frozen custard & hard ice cream, sundaes, specialty shakes, floats, and ice cream sodas. They also offer merchandise and gift cards.
- Northern Lights Creamery Inc.23.4 mi
An Inlet institution for 40-plus years, a short walk from Arrowhead Park on Fourth Lake — soft serve, homemade gelato, floats, flurries, and specialty sundaes.
— 20.4 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
4- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar19.8 mi
Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar in Tupper Lake offers 8 lanes of bowling, an arcade, a sports bar, and outdoor seating with food and drinks for family fun.
- Raquette River Brewing19.8 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- Brookside Hops & Hoagies21.7 mi
Brookside Hops & Hoagies is a casual, family-friendly shop in Long Lake, founded in 2023, offering craft beers and hoagies made with fresh ingredients and Boars Head deli meats. It operates Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM.
- Daiker's23.2 mi
Daikers is an Adirondack pitstop in Old Forge, NY, offering seasonal and local dining with a deck overlooking Fourth Lake. Their caring and committed staff ensure a fantastic experience for guests.
— 19.8 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- Norridgewock Lodge13.1 mi
NORRIDGEWOCK LODGE, an oasis in the Adirondack Mountains. Our lakeside resort is the perfect remote vacation in the wilderness of the Beaver River. Book online!
- The Waldheim17.5 mi
A rustic resort with log-cottages featuring porches with lake views, plus 3 included meals a day.
- The Lodge at Seveys17.9 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Red Top Inn LLC18.3 mi
No-frills lodgings by Tupper Lake with boat rentals and nightly bonfires by the lake.
See.
4- John Dillon Park17.5 mi
John Dillon Park, run by Paul Smith's College, is an accessible outdoor recreation area in Long Lake featuring a 3.5-mile accessible trail system, lean-tos, and fishing access. It is closed for the summer 2026 season for water system impro…
- Adirondack Railroad20.3 mi
Adirondack Railroad offers scenic train experiences through the beautiful outdoor scenery of New York, departing from stations in Utica, Thendara, and Tupper Lake. They provide various themed rides, including special events and multi-hour…
- Raquette Lake Navigation Cruise20.5 mi
Raquette Lake Navigation Company offers dining, sightseeing, and special event cruises on Raquette Lake in New York. This family-owned and operated business has been providing scenic experiences aboard the W.W. Durant since 1991.
- Camp Pine Knot20.7 mi
William West Durant's 1877 compound on Raquette Lake — the camp that invented the Adirondack Great Camp style. Now SUNY Cortland's Huntington Memorial Camp, an outdoor-education center with occasional public programs.
— 17.5 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Halfmoon Pond located?Halfmoon Pond is a pond in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Halfmoon Pond?Halfmoon Pond has a surface area of approximately 9 acres, a small pond.
- How deep is Halfmoon Pond?Halfmoon Pond has a maximum depth of 23 feet, with a mean depth of 5.6 feet.
- Is Halfmoon Pond open to the public?Yes, Halfmoon 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 Halfmoon Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Halfmoon Pond: 211 designated campsites, 17 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.