Marsh Pond.
Marsh Pond is a six-acre backwater in the Schroon Lake region — small enough that it doesn't appear on most recreational inventories, which usually means either private shoreline or limited public access via unmarked woods roads. The name suggests wetland edges and shallow depths, the kind of pond that warms early in spring and holds bass or panfish if it holds anything at all. Without fish survey data or established trails in the record, this is a local-knowledge water — worth a look if you're already in the area with a canoe and a tolerance for bushwhacking, but not a destination paddle. Check town tax maps or ask at the regional DEC office in Warrensburg for current access status.
Marsh Pond reaches a maximum depth of 15 feet, with a mean depth of 8 feet. Marsh Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Hardhack Hill and Allard Hill.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
4 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.
- 01DEC parking 228255Trailhead4.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Trail Parking4.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Trail Parking6.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 04PHARAOH LAKE PARKING6.7 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar3.1 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
- DeCesare's Pizzeria3.8 mi
DeCesare's Pizzeria in Schroon Lake offers a menu of pizza, Italian dishes, and salads. They provide online ordering for both carryout and delivery.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room4.2 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
- Pitkins Restaurant4.5 mi
Pitkin's Restaurant is a family dining landmark in Schroon Lake, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a broad menu in a modern rustic setting. It features a new patio, including pet-friendly outdoor dining, and is conveniently locate…
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2- 9 Mile Coffee Co4.4 mi
9 Mile Coffee Co. is a coffee shop in downtown Schroon Lake, NY, serving a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches, and soups. They also sell their custom coffee blends and gift cards online.
- Cupola Crepes4.5 mi
Family-run creperie at 1095 Main Street in Schroon Lake. Sweet and savory crepes (gluten-free batter available), scones, coffee, and soft serve. Wednesday through Sunday.
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4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream3.7 mi
Stone Bridge Ice Cream is a seasonal stand located 2.5 miles from the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, offering over 40 flavors of soft serve, custom ice cream cakes, and signature sundaes. It features outdoor seating and a kids' swing set.
- Crossroads Ice Cream8.8 mi
The ice cream counter at The Crossroads, a country and outdoors store off I-87 Exit 25 in Chestertown between Schroon and Brant Lake — hard and soft ice cream on the road north.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor9.4 mi
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- The Hungry Crow Market & Café10.5 mi
A downtown North Creek market and cafe serving soft serve alongside scratch-made desserts, next to Hudson River Trading Co. — the cone stop in the Gore and Upper Hudson area.
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4- The Brown Swan and Tavern4.3 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar4.3 mi
Black Bear Restaurant & Bar is an American eatery in Pottersville, NY, offering comfort food, sandwiches, and breakfast. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quick service, and popular dishes like meatloaf and gravy fries.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill4.4 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
- The Hub8.3 mi
The Hub is a cafe, restaurant, lounge, bar, and bike repair shop located in Brant Lake, also serving the Lake George, Loon Lake, Friends Lake, and Schroon Lake areas.
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4- Adirondack Pines Bed & Breakfast4.0 mi
Adirondack Pines offers lodging in an 1837 country farmhouse B&B and a renovated 3-bedroom vacation rental house, located minutes from Schroon Lake and area attractions.
- Park Mountain Campground4.2 mi
Park Mountain Campground is a family-owned RV and tent campground with 15 spacious sites in the Adirondack Mountains, less than a mile from Schroon Lake and near the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness area.
- The Adirondack Inn4.4 mi
Historic Schroon Lake inn at 1051 US 9, walking distance to the lake, beaches, restaurants, and shops. Eight Adirondack-themed rooms, fully renovated in 2014. Open May through October.
- Terra Alta cottages5.0 mi
Historic Montgomery Ward kit-home cottages from the 1930s on 14 acres with 400 feet of Schroon Lake shoreline, owned by the Starfield family since the mid-1950s. Dog-friendly for a fee.
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4- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves3.2 mi
Explore the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S., carved by Trout Brook. Offers self-guided trails, adventure tours, and winter snowshoeing with ice formations.
- Town of Horicon Museum8.2 mi
The Brant Lake Museum is housed in an 1890s farmhouse, featuring period furniture, clothing, tools, and photographs from the 19th and 20th centuries. It also includes a Carriage House with military and local hotel exhibits.
- North Creek Depot Museum10.3 mi
Saved from demolition, this 1872 landmark station is now a museum, heritage center, and cultural hub in historic North Creek, featuring a fabulous diorama and exhibits on the Adirondack Railroad, Theodore Roosevelt, and local history.
- Revolution Rail Co. - Thurman Station10.3 mi
A pedal-powered rail biking operation at Thurman Station on the Adirondack Railroad bed near North Creek, with family-friendly seasonal tours rolling alongside the Hudson River corridor through forest and open river-bank country.
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- Where is Marsh Pond located?Marsh Pond is a pond in the Schroon Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Marsh Pond?Marsh Pond has a surface area of approximately 6 acres, a small pond.
- How deep is Marsh Pond?Marsh Pond has a maximum depth of 15 feet, with a mean depth of 8.2 feet.
- Is Marsh Pond open to the public?Yes, Marsh 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 Marsh Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Marsh Pond: 26 designated campsites, 2 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.