Mud Brook.
Mud Brook drains a quiet stretch of the Lake George Wild Forest east of the lake itself — one of those smaller tributaries that shows up on the quad but rarely pulls anyone off the main routes. The name is literal: soft-bottomed, tannin-stained, meandering through wetland and second-growth hardwood without much elevation change. No fish data on file, no formal trail access, and no reason to seek it out unless you're connecting parcels on a bushwhack or tracing watershed boundaries on a map. This is the kind of water that exists to move runoff, not to gather paddlers.
Mud Brook 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
1 parking area
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.
- 01Pike Brook Road Parking LotTrailhead7.0 miunpavedDirections →
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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- Beyond the Sea13.4 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Antonio's Bayside Bistro15.0 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 House16.0 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Bistro LeRoux16.9 mi
Local, French-accented cuisine with multiple rooms displaying artwork & views of the open kitchen.
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1— 18.3 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
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4- Cate's Creamery13.2 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 Parlor18.2 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 Company18.3 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 Creme20.4 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 Lounge14.0 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.
- Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery15.0 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,…
- Diamond Point Grille15.6 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.
- Adirondack Bar and Grill15.6 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!
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4- Huletts on Lake George9.1 mi
A collection of named cottages on Lake George's east shore at Huletts Landing, with a sandy beach, dock access, a 9-hole golf course, and Black Mountain hiking nearby.
- Northbrook Motel10.7 mi
Pet-friendly cottages on Lake Shore Drive in Silver Bay, on the quieter northern end of Lake George. Private dock access, private beach, and a shared bonfire pit. Twelve miles north of Lake George Village.
- Silver Bay YMCA - Conference and Family Retreat Center11.9 mi
A 700-acre lakeshore conference and family-retreat center in operation since 1904. National Register of Historic Places. 253 rooms across hotel, cottages, dorms, and guest houses; meeting spaces up to 700; 15 miles of hiking trails.
- The Inn on Lake Champlain - Adirondack Farmstay B&B12.8 mi
Historic 440-acre Adirondack farmstay B&B above Lake Champlain in Putnam Station. Four en-suite bedrooms, two parlors, formal dining, wrap-around porch. Working farm with horses, cows, and chickens.
See.
4- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob13.0 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.
- Bolton Historical Museum13.4 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.
- Godwin Preserve14.7 mi
Godwin Preserve in the Town of Bolton offers two hiking trails totaling 112 acres, with moderate difficulty. The Yellow Trail provides views of Amy's Park wetlands and High Nopit, while the Red Trail connects to Pole Hill Pond Preserve.
- Dunham Bay Marsh15.2 mi
Peat swamps, bog thickets & other unique areas for kayaking, canoeing & wildlife-watching.
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- Where is Mud Brook located?Mud Brook is a stream in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Mud Brook open to the public?Yes, Mud Brook 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 Mud Brook?Within roughly seven miles of Mud Brook: 1 lean-to or shelter. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.