Hammond Brook.
Hammond Brook drains the northern slopes above Keene, working its way through hardwood and hemlock before joining the Ausable system — one of dozens of named tributaries that feed the East Branch watershed but rarely get fished or followed on foot. No formal trail tracks the brook, and the stretch above the valley floor stays wild enough that most locals know it only as a blue line on the map or a culvert under Adirondack Street. The brook runs cold in spring and early summer, holds native brookies in its upper pockets, and goes quiet by August. If you're poking around Keene Valley and see a pull-off near a stone bridge, that's likely Hammond — worth a look if you're killing time before dinner at the Noon Mark.
Hammond Brook has public access. Summits nearby include Smith Hill and Hoisington Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Before you launch.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
3 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.
- 01Northwest Bay Boat Launch ParkingTrailhead1.2 mipavedDirections →
- 02Louis Clearing Bay Trail Parking5.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Webb-Royce Trail Parking Lot6.0 miunpavedDirections →
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- The Deer's Head Inn Restaurant7.6 mi
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- Turtle Island Cafe13.3 mi
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- Noon Mark Diner16.6 mi
A traditional diner experience, offering hearty meals for travelers and locals in the Adirondack Park.
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4- Pleasant Valley Cafe7.5 mi
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- Old Mountain Coffee Company16.6 mi
Great Coffee, Great Food, Great Baked Goods & Great People. Stop in to enjoy our house roasted coffee, browse our menu for a bite to eat or grab a delicious treat from our bakery. Order Online for pickup or stop in.
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4- Black Rooster Maple17.3 mi
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- Sugar House Creamery19.6 mi
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- Whitebrook Dairy Bar23.9 mi
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— 17.3 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
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4- The Knock ADK0.7 mi
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- Tavern on Main9.7 mi
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- Paradox Brewery21.1 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
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4- The Inn in Westport1.0 mi
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- The Olde Mill Inn Bed and Breakfast7.1 mi
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- The Deer's Head Inn7.6 mi
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4- Adirondack History Museum7.4 mi
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- Keene Arts17.6 mi
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- Penfield Homestead Museum18.0 mi
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- Where is Hammond Brook located?Hammond Brook is a stream in the Keene region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Hammond Brook open to the public?Yes, Hammond 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 Hammond Brook?Within roughly seven miles of Hammond Brook: 8 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.