Mead Reservoir.
Mead Reservoir sits on the eastern edge of Keene — a 66-acre impoundment that functions as municipal infrastructure first, recreation second. The water serves the town's supply system, which means access and use are controlled: no swimming, no motors, limited shore access. It's the kind of working reservoir that shows up on maps but rarely in trip reports — a flat-water paddle if you check local regs first, possibly fishable (though no species data on record), and more of a local resource than a destination. If you're planning a visit, start with the Keene town office for current access rules.
Mead Reservoir has public access.
The water, surveyed.
Before you launch.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
2 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.
- 01Clinton 11 Road Side Parking AreaTrailhead4.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Clinton 11 Parking Area4.8 miunpavedDirections →
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- Where is Mead Reservoir located?Mead Reservoir is a reservoir in the Keene region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Mead Reservoir?Mead Reservoir has a surface area of approximately 66 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Mead Reservoir open to the public?Yes, Mead Reservoir 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 Mead Reservoir?Within roughly seven miles of Mead Reservoir: 1 designated campsite. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.