Mud Pond.
Mud Pond — all 60 acres of it — sits in the Long Lake township, one of dozens of small waters scattered across the central Adirondacks that share the name and the tannin-stained character that comes with it. No fish stocking records on file, which usually means shallow water, soft bottom, and better frog habitat than trout habitat. The lack of nearby trail infrastructure or maintained access suggests this is either a bushwhack destination or a local-knowledge paddle-in from a connector creek — worth confirming access rights and navigability before committing to the trip. Central Adirondack mud ponds like this one tend to be still, warm, and quiet by midsummer: more dragonflies than day-hikers.
Mud Pond reaches a maximum depth of 22 feet, with a mean depth of 7 feet. Mud Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Big Brook Hills and Mud Pond Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
5 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.
- 01Tarbell Road Shoulder Parking LotTrailhead2.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Long Lake Boat Launch Parking2.5 mipavedDirections →
- 03Northville Placid Trail Route 28N Parking Lot3.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 04South Pond Water Access Parking6.8 mipavedDirections →
- 05Stony Pond Road7.0 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- Northern Borne2.8 mi
Family-owned grocery and outdoor-supply store on Long Lake's Main Street, with organic, gluten-free, and vegan options plus a made-to-order deli counter. Camping and outdoor gear stocked alongside the grocery.
- Long Lake Diner & Owl’s Head Pub3.1 mi
Long Lake Diner & Owl's Head Pub has been proudly serving food, beverages, and memories since 2004.
- Long View Lodge Restaurant4.8 mi
Long View Lodge Restaurant on Long Lake offers a full-service dining experience with an award-winning chef. Known for its quality ingredients and an ever-changing menu in a warm, inviting Adirondack setting, no reservations are necessary.
- Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner11.1 mi
Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner: the best Diner in Indian Lake, NY. Order directly online today for takeout or delivery. Save money, support local business!
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2- Waypoint Cafe2.8 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 Shop10.7 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.
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4- The Park3.2 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 Stand3.2 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.
- Skyline Ice Cream14.3 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.
- Mark Twain Maple Works24.9 mi
Mark Twain Maple Works produces New York State maple syrup on the shore of Saranac Lake in the Adirondack Park. They have been making syrup since 2013, expanding their operation and offering various grades.
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4- Brookside Hops & Hoagies3.2 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 Lake10.9 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.
- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar13.6 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 Brewing14.7 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
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4- Motel Long Lake & Cottages2.7 mi
A family-owned lakefront property on Dock Road in Long Lake with 8 motel rooms and 18 cottages on 3.4 acres of frontage. Private beach, two boat docks, boat rentals, and walking distance to the hamlet.
- Adirondack Hotel2.8 mi
A 20-room hotel from the 1850s on Long Lake's main street, with a fine-dining room, a casual lakeview taproom, and a veranda that earns its keep from June through foliage.
- Adirondack Herrenhaus3.3 mi
A vacation rental in Long Lake in the central Adirondacks — a home base for paddling, hiking, and quiet days on the water.
- Paddler's Rest Lakefront Cabins and Motel3.4 mi
Paddler's Rest Lakefront Cabins and Motel in Long Lake, NY, offers a range of accommodations including motel rooms, cabins, and a historic home. Guests enjoy lakeside views, a private sand beach, and complimentary canoes and kayaks, all wi…
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4- John Dillon Park3.4 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 Experience — Museum on Blue Mountain Lake9.8 mi
More than 20 buildings across 121 acres hold interactive exhibitions on Adirondack life, from boat collections and photography archives to outdoor activities and a research library.
- Blue Mountain Fire Observation Station9.9 mi
Blue Mountain offers a rewarding fire tower hike in the Central Adirondacks, featuring sweeping views and historical significance, with a world-class museum located at its base.
- Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts10.9 mi
Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts is a vibrant hub for creativity in the Adirondacks, offering inspiring performances, gallery exhibits, workshops, and community events for all ages.
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- Where is Mud Pond located?Mud Pond is a pond in the Long Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Mud Pond?Mud Pond has a surface area of approximately 60 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Mud Pond?Mud Pond has a maximum depth of 22 feet, with a mean depth of 6.6 feet.
- Is Mud Pond open to the public?Yes, Mud 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 Mud Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Mud Pond: 7 designated campsites, 30 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.