Inman Pond.
Inman Pond is a 13-acre water tucked into the eastern Lake George Wild Forest — small enough to feel like a find, large enough to paddle without running out of shoreline in twenty minutes. No public launch or marked trailhead appears on DEC maps, which typically means either old logging roads or bushwhacking from nearby forest access points; it's the kind of pond that shows up on USGS quads but not in the casual conversation at the Bolton boat launch. The Lake George Wild Forest holds dozens of these unmapped ponds — some accessible, some not, most quiet. Worth a map check and a scout if you're already working the woods south of Brant Lake or the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness boundary.
Inman Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Pilot Knob and Buck Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 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.
- 01Inman Pond Trailhead ParkingTrailhead0.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Buck Mt./Pilot Knob Parking Area2.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Upper Hogtown Parking Area2.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 04SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 8 PARKING LOT2.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 05SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 1 PARKING LOT2.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Buck Mt./Shelving Rock Road Parking Area3.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 07SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 2 PARKING LOT3.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 08SHELVING ROCK AREA CAMPSITE 11 PARKING LOT3.4 miunpavedDirections →
+4 more on the map above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 13 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
The stocking record.
Launch & supply.
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Camping.
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What the lake is doing today.
What rings this water.
The peaks.
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Make a weekend of it.
Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Antonio's Bayside Bistro4.8 mi
Discover a unique dining experience at Antonio's Bayside Bistro, where tradition meets innovation on the serene shores of Lake George. Enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine, breathtaking views, and warm hospitality.
- Lone Bull Pancake & Steak House5.4 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Beyond the Sea5.6 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- The Olde Log Inn7.8 mi
American classics served in a log cabin with a stone fireplace & stuffed grizzly bear, plus a patio.
Sweet.
4- Cate's Creamery5.4 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.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor7.8 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.
- Lake George Baking Company7.9 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.
- Martha's Dandee Creme11.3 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.
Drink.
4- Ridge Terrace Restaurant-Cocktail Lounge4.1 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.
- Diamond Point Grille5.1 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.
- Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery6.5 mi
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, located in the Adirondack Mountains, crafts a variety of spirits including vodka, gin, moonshine, and whiskeys. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful tasting room offering specialty cocktails, local beer, wine,…
- Adirondack Bar and Grill6.9 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- Treasure Cove Resort Motel4.6 mi
Family-run motel offering simple rooms, plus 2 pools, free kayak rentals & a sandy beach.
- Flamingo Resort On Lake George4.6 mi
A waterfront resort in Diamond Point, halfway between Lake George Village and Bolton Landing, with a private sand beach, two heated pools, complimentary kayaks and paddleboards, and a jumping bridge.
- The Juliana Resort4.8 mi
A family resort on Lake Shore Drive in Diamond Point, between Lake George Village and Bolton Landing, with a private beach, a boat dock, a heated outdoor pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day), and a four-bedroom private home rental as the group option.
- Bayside Resort Lake George4.8 mi
A family-run resort (formerly Dunham's Bay Resort) on Route 9L at Dunham's Bay, with rooms, cabins, and cottages renovated in 2023, an indoor pool, a private beach, 100 acres of private trails, and Antonio's Bayside Bistro on site.
See.
4- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob2.5 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.
- Dunham Bay Marsh5.1 mi
Peat swamps, bog thickets & other unique areas for kayaking, canoeing & wildlife-watching.
- Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort5.1 mi
Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort offers private guided boat tours of Lake George on a 24-foot bowrider motorboat. Guests enjoy sightseeing, swimming, tubing, and cliff jumping with an experienced captain.
- Bolton Historical Museum5.5 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.
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- Where is Inman Pond located?Inman Pond is a pond in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Inman Pond?Inman Pond has a surface area of approximately 13 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Inman Pond open to the public?Yes, Inman 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 Inman Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Inman Pond: 101 designated campsites, 5 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.