Little Trout Pond.
Little Trout Pond sits northeast of Tupper Lake village in a low-elevation mixed forest — a 48-acre working-class pond that doesn't show up on many destination lists but holds its own as a quiet paddle or a place to drop a line without fighting for shoreline. The name suggests historic brook trout, though current stocking records are thin; the pond's shallow basin and organic bottom favor warmwater species more than cold-water trout in most seasons. Access details are local knowledge — ask at a Tupper Lake outfitter or the town DEC office before heading out. This is a pond that rewards showing up with low expectations and a canoe.
Little Trout Pond reaches a maximum depth of 66 feet, with a mean depth of 27 feet. Little Trout Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Loon Pond Mountain and Silver Lake Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
- Peak foliage from the water — the best seats in the Park are in a canoe this month.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 parking areas· 1 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.
- 01Lower Dam Road Parking LotTrailhead1.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Horseshoe Lake Parking Area2.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Sabattis Parking Lot3.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Sabattis Road Horse Parking4.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Headquarters Parking Lot4.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Winding Falls Parking Area4.7 mi
- 07Round Lake5.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Stony Pond Road5.7 miunpavedDirections →
+4 more on the map above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 8 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
The stocking record.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
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4- The Clubhouse at Tupper Lake Country Club10.6 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.
- Amado12.7 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.
- Guido's Pizzeria12.8 mi
Guido's Pizzeria in Tupper Lake has been serving hand-thrown pizzas, subs, calzones, dinners, and wings since 1988. They offer free delivery within the Town of Tupper Lake on any size order and make fresh dough daily.
- PorkBusters BBQ13.0 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.
Sip.
4- Waypoint Cafe14.1 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.
- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop19.6 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.
- Tamarack Cafe24.8 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 House24.8 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…
Sweet.
3- Skyline Ice Cream12.8 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 Park14.5 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 Stand14.5 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.
Drink.
4- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar12.0 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 Brewing12.3 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 & Hoagies14.5 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.
- Hex and Hop Tasting Room - Blue Mountain Lake19.8 mi
Hex and Hop is a craft brewery and meadery located in Bloomingdale, New York. They offer full-flavored, high-quality craft beer and mead, made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing community and craft.
Stay.
4- Red Top Inn LLC10.4 mi
No-frills lodgings by Tupper Lake with boat rentals and nightly bonfires by the lake.
- Pine Terrace Motel & Resort10.7 mi
Waterfront motel offers basic cabins with kitchens & WiFi plus pool & tennis courts.
- Trailhead Hotel in Tupper Lake, NY13.4 mi
A motel on Park Street in Tupper Lake with an outdoor pool, basketball court, putting green, mini-golf, free breakfast, and voice-controlled smart-room features. ADA-accessible rooms available.
- Park Motel and Cabins13.5 mi
Woodsy rooms & cabins in a family-owned motel offering an outdoor pool & free continental breakfast.
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4- John Dillon Park10.1 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 Railroad13.2 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…
- The Wild Center13.6 mi
Live animals, hands-on exhibits & forest trails connect guests with the Adirondacks.
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory14.2 mi
Free 2-Day Space Camp at the Adirondack Sky Center Calling all future space explorers— get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us to explore some of the most fascinating topics in outer space! We’ll cover black holes, space tra…
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- Where is Little Trout Pond located?Little Trout Pond is a pond in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Little Trout Pond?Little Trout Pond has a surface area of approximately 48 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Little Trout Pond?Little Trout Pond has a maximum depth of 66 feet, with a mean depth of 26.6 feet.
- Is Little Trout Pond open to the public?Yes, Little Trout 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 Little Trout Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Little Trout Pond: 133 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.