Muskrat Pond.
Muskrat Pond sits on 35 acres in the Tupper Lake region — a small, quiet water without much written record and no fish stocking data in the DEC files. The name suggests beaver activity at some point, though whether that's historical or ongoing depends on which decade you visited. Ponds this size in the Tupper Lake wild often hold brookies or perch that never made it into official surveys, but you're rolling the dice. Best guess for access: check the DEC Tupper Lake Unit map for forestland boundaries and old logging roads — most waters this remote are walk-ins, not drive-ups.
Muskrat Pond reaches a maximum depth of 14 feet, with a mean depth of 4 feet. Muskrat Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Twin Mountain and Marble Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 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.
- 01Peavine Swamp North Parking AreaTrailhead2.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Moore Trail Parking Area4.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Dead Creek Trail Parking Area4.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 04High Falls Trailhead Parking Area4.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Oswegatchie River Inlet Parking Area4.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Gilbert Tract Parking Area5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Tooley Pond Parking Area5.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Youngs Road5.9 miunpavedDirections →
+4 more on the map above
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- PorkBusters BBQ22.2 mi
PorkBusters BBQ is a Tupper Lake restaurant serving barbecue dishes seven days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM. They offer a menu for dine-in or takeout, plus catering for parties and events.
- The Clubhouse at Tupper Lake Country Club22.2 mi
The Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar at Tupper Lake Golf Club offers a full bar, weekly specials, and hosts events and weddings. Open to the public, enjoy meals with a view of the golf course.
- Amado23.0 mi
A small restaurant on Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake serving Brazilian dishes (moqueca, feijoada) alongside lamb pot pie, fish fry, and a clearly marked vegan section. Homemade desserts.
- Guido's Pizzeria23.1 mi
Guido's Pizzeria in Tupper Lake has been serving hand-thrown pizzas, subs, calzones, dinners, and wings since 1988. They offer free delivery within the Town of Tupper Lake on any size order and make fresh dough daily.
— 22.2 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sweet.
1— 23.3 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
2- Raquette River Brewing22.5 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar22.9 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.
— 22.5 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The Lodge at Seveys14.0 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Norridgewock Lodge19.8 mi
NORRIDGEWOCK LODGE, an oasis in the Adirondack Mountains. Our lakeside resort is the perfect remote vacation in the wilderness of the Beaver River. Book online!
- Red Top Inn LLC21.8 mi
No-frills lodgings by Tupper Lake with boat rentals and nightly bonfires by the lake.
- Pine Terrace Motel & Resort22.1 mi
Waterfront motel offers basic cabins with kitchens & WiFi plus pool & tennis courts.
See.
3- Adirondack Railroad22.6 mi
Adirondack Railroad offers scenic train experiences through the beautiful outdoor scenery of New York, departing from stations in Utica, Thendara, and Tupper Lake. They provide various themed rides, including special events and multi-hour…
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory23.1 mi
Free 2-Day Space Camp at the Adirondack Sky Center Calling all future space explorers— get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us to explore some of the most fascinating topics in outer space! We’ll cover black holes, space tra…
- The Wild Center24.4 mi
Live animals, hands-on exhibits & forest trails connect guests with the Adirondacks.
— 22.6 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Muskrat Pond located?Muskrat Pond is a pond in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Muskrat Pond?Muskrat Pond has a surface area of approximately 35 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Muskrat Pond?Muskrat Pond has a maximum depth of 14 feet, with a mean depth of 3.6 feet.
- Is Muskrat Pond open to the public?Yes, Muskrat 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 Muskrat Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Muskrat Pond: 92 designated campsites, 8 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.