Mountain Lake.
Mountain Lake is a 43-acre water in the Great Sacandaga region — the southern Adirondacks where the Park boundary meets the reservoir's northern tributaries and the terrain softens into rolling forest rather than high peaks. No fish species on record, which often signals either private access or a pond that doesn't get stocked or sampled by DEC surveys. The name is common enough (there are at least four "Mountain Lakes" in the Park) that this one lives in relative obscurity, tucked into the wooded corridors west of the Sacandaga's main basin. If you're looking for it, start with the town clerk in Northville or Wells — access intel in this region tends to be hyperlocal.
Mountain Lake has public access.
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
3 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.
- 01Homes LakeTrailhead5.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Chase Lake Parking7.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Glasgow Trail Parking7.2 miunpavedDirections →
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Lanzi's on the Lake7.9 mi
An Italian restaurant and wedding venue on Route 30 in Mayfield on the Great Sacandaga shore, with floor-to-ceiling windows, a large deck, and event capacity up to 200.
- Klippel's Kozy Korner Cafe12.8 mi
India’s largest Food Delivery, Dining and Restaurant Discovery Service. Better food for more people.
- The Local12.9 mi
Fine-dining restaurant in the Great Sacandaga Lake region.
- Alpine Grille17.7 mi
A long-running roadside steak-and-seafood house on the Sacandaga, between Northville and Wells. Generous portions, a lively bar, and the kind of dining room where the staff knows the regulars by name. Reservations recommended on weekends.
Sip.
2- ADK Blend12.9 mi
Northville smoothie & açaí-bowl spot in the Great Sacandaga Lake corridor.
- Uncle Carl's Coffee21.4 mi
Uncle Carl's Coffee serves expertly crafted coffees, artisan teas, pastries, and light savory bites. They also offer daily quiche and bagels, along with homemade soups, frozen meals, local meats, and cheeses.
Sweet.
3- Zippy's Ice Cream5.1 mi
A roadside soft-serve stand on Route 30 in Mayfield near the Park's southern gateway and Great Sacandaga Lake, known for dense, cold soft serve with weekly flavors like maple and coffee.
- The Village Scoop12.7 mi
A walk-up ice cream shop on Northville's Main Street at the north tip of Great Sacandaga Lake — hard ice cream and soft serve with a wide flavor selection.
- Cree-Mee Freeze14.1 mi
A summer soft-serve stand near Northville on the Great Sacandaga Lake shore, with twists and specialty sundaes.
Drink.
4- Sacandaga Spirits5.1 mi
Located in Mayfield, Sacandaga Spirits offers a selection of handcrafted wines, liquors, and ciders. Visitors are invited to experience their local Adirondack offerings.
- Vrooman's Hotel6.4 mi
On the shore of West Caroga Lake, this family-owned hotel and tavern has been a beloved community fixture for generations, serving exceptional dishes and warm hospitality daily.
- Nick Stoner Inn Seafood & Steakhouse6.9 mi
Caroga Lake restaurant at 1810 NY-10 doing hand-cut, in-house steaks, fresh seafood, and a tight made-to-order menu. 19 craft beers on tap, NY Finger Lakes wines. Open Thursday through Sunday; Sunday 11–5.
- Sport Island Pub12.1 mi
Sport Island Pub offers great food, refreshing drinks, and friendly entertainment on the Great Sacandaga Lake. This family-run restaurant, with three generations of service, invites you to enjoy exquisite dishes for dine-in or take-out.
Stay.
4- Sunset Bay Vacation Resort— RV Park & Marina6.7 mi
Sunset Bay Vacation Resort is an all-seasonal RV Park and Marina on the southwestern shore of Great Sacandaga Lake. This gated community offers full RV hookups, a private beach, marina, and boat launch, along with amenities like a cafe, pl…
- Inn on Great Sacandaga Lake8.5 mi
The Inn on Great Sacandaga Lake, also known as Maguire's Great Sacandaga B&B, is a lakefront bed and breakfast featuring comfortable rooms, complimentary breakfast, and amenities like a pool, game room, and 300 feet of sandy lakefront.
- Pine Lake Lodge9.7 mi
Pine Lake Lodge is a spacious eight-bedroom vacation rental near Great Sacandaga Lake, offering ample space and amenities for large groups, family reunions, and celebrations.
- Northampton Beach Campground11.4 mi
Northampton Beach Campground is situated on the northwest corner of 29-mile long Great Sacandaga Lake. It offers a variety of large, level camping sites, ranging from secluded spots among white pines to open areas along the sandy shoreline.
See.
2- Grandview Mini Golf5.1 mi
An 18-hole lakeside mini golf course on Great Sacandaga Lake in Mayfield, with an arcade, ice cream novelties, snacks, and party hosting — reachable by boat or car. Open seven days, noon to 8pm; $8 unlimited all-day play.
- Historic Copeland Covered Bridge15.7 mi
The Historic Copeland Covered Bridge is a 35-foot Queenpost truss bridge built in 1879 by Arad Copeland in Edinburg, Saratoga County. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is the only covered bridge remaining in Saratoga C…
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- Where is Mountain Lake located?Mountain Lake is a lake in the Great Sacandaga Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Mountain Lake?Mountain Lake has a surface area of approximately 43 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Mountain Lake open to the public?Yes, Mountain 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 Mountain Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Mountain Lake: 1 designated campsite, 1 lean-to or shelter, 1 listed campground. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.