Hidden Lake.
Hidden Lake sits tucked into the Lake George Wild Forest — a 20-acre pocket of quiet water in a region better known for its big lake traffic and resort shorelines. The name is functional: this is one of the less-traveled waters in the southeastern Adirondacks, away from the boat launches and trailhead crowds that define most of the Lake George corridor. No fish species data on record, which typically means light angling pressure and no formal stocking history. Access details are sparse — worth confirming current trailhead status and ownership boundaries with the local DEC ranger before planning a visit.
Hidden Lake has public access. Summits nearby include Kenyon Mountain and Cobble Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 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.
- 01Prospect Mt ParkingTrailhead2.8 mipavedDirections →
- 02Rattlesnake Cobble Parking3.0 mipavedDirections →
- 03BIG HOLLOW ROAD PARKING LOT4.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Scofield Flats Parking5.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Schofield Flats Accessible Parking5.5 mi
- 06Pikes Beach Parking5.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Bear Slide Accessible Tent Site 2 Parking5.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Pike'S Beach Accessible Parking5.7 mi
+4 more on the map above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 12 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
The stocking record.
Launch & supply.
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What the lake is doing today.
What rings this water.
The peaks.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Nettle Meadow at The Hitching Post2.1 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 Log Jam Restaurant3.5 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.
- Lighthouse Grill3.7 mi
The Lighthouse Grill is a renovated waterfront restaurant in Lake George, offering American, seafood, and plant-based cuisine with artisan drinks and freshest ingredients. It serves breakfast at the marina and is open Friday, Saturday, and…
- Lake George Olive Oil Co.3.8 mi
Lake George Olive Oil Co. is a family-owned business offering a wide selection of fresh extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, and gourmet foods. Visitors can sample from over 50 varieties at their Lake George and Glens Falls loc…
Sip.
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4- Lake George Baking Company3.8 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.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor3.9 mi
Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor in Lake George offers ice cream and frozen yogurt at inexpensive prices. Located at 327 Canada St, it provides take-out service and accepts credit cards.
- Martha's Dandee Creme4.4 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.
- Cate's Creamery13.2 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.
Drink.
4- The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub1.6 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…
- Adirondack Pub & Brewery3.4 mi
Comfortable brewpub offering craft beers & American comfort food amid rustic, lodge-style surrounds.
- Lake George Beach Club3.8 mi
Lively 2-story haunt on the water featuring classic American dishes, live music & TVs for sports.
- Adirondack Bar and Grill7.1 mi
We pride ourselves on our seasonally inspired American classics and fresh ingredients in the meals we serve. Our food and drink options will have you coming back to troy something new each time!
Stay.
4- Huttopia Lake George - Adirondacks0.8 mi
Huttopia Lake George - Adirondacks is a vacation rental located in Lake Luzerne, just inside Adirondack Park. It serves as a basecamp for exploring the nearby mountains and Lake George Village.
- Roaring Brook Ranch2.0 mi
Roaring Brook Ranch is a family resort just outside Lake George village, with lodging, pools, tennis, and horseback riding in the southern Adirondacks.
- Do-Rest Court3.0 mi
The Do-Rest Court is conveniently located one and one half miles south of Lake George Village and two miles north of The Great Escape Amusement Park. Offering cozy housekeeping cottages and rental cabins and a friendly family oriented vaca…
- Holiday Inn Resort Lake George - Adirondack Area by IHG3.2 mi
Warmly decorated quarters, a casual restaurant & a cocktail lounge, plus indoor & outdoor pools.
See.
4- Tubby Tubes River Co.1.9 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 Park3.2 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 Park3.6 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).
- Lake George Steamboat Company3.7 mi
Lake George cruises on the Mohican (over a century old) and the larger Lac du Saint Sacrement out of Steel Pier in Lake George Village. Sightseeing, lunch, dinner, and themed cruises, plus the 2026 Rails to Sails package combining train and boat.
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- Where is Hidden Lake located?Hidden Lake is a lake in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Hidden Lake?Hidden Lake has a surface area of approximately 20 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Hidden Lake open to the public?Yes, Hidden 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 Hidden Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Hidden Lake: 25 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter, 1 listed campground. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.