Nicks Pond.
Nicks Pond is a 15-acre water tucked into the Raquette Lake township — small enough to paddle in an hour, remote enough that most visitors to the Raquette Lake corridor never see it. No fish survey data on file with DEC, which often signals light angling pressure or a pond that doesn't hold fish through winter; worth a scouting trip with a topo map and low expectations. Access details are scarce — likely old logging roads or unmaintained footpaths from the north or west — but ponds this size in this region tend to reward the effort with glassy mornings and the occasional moose at the inlet.
Nicks Pond reaches a maximum depth of 16 feet, with a mean depth of 5 feet. Nicks Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Threemile Mountain and Tomar Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
6 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.
- 01Dead Creek Trail Parking AreaTrailhead5.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 02High Falls Trailhead Parking Area5.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Moore Trail Parking Area5.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Oswegatchie River Inlet Parking Area6.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Roadside pull-off6.9 miverified pinDirections →
- 06Roadside pull-off7.0 miverified pinDirections →
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Big Moose Station Restaurant17.5 mi
Website under development
- The Clubhouse at Tupper Lake Country Club20.6 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.
- The Tavern20.8 mi
Located at 5520 state route 28 in Eagle Bay, NY.
- Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill21.0 mi
Mountainside Smokehouse & Grill offers delicious smoked meats, homemade BBQ sauces and desserts, with smoking done on-premise using apple wood. They also provide catering and meeting space.
— 17.5 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sip.
3- Tamarack Cafe22.0 mi
Tamarack Cafe in downtown Inlet serves a wide variety of breakfast and lunch options, from traditional favorites and specialty bowls to creative salads, sandwiches, and burgers. The cafe also features an 18-hole mini-golf course.
- Blue Line Coffee House22.0 mi
Blue Line Coffee House offers Adirondack-inspired apparel, handcrafted mugs, and mountain-themed gifts, along with pre-packaged coffee and coffee accessories. Products are available for nationwide shipping, and local customers can order dr…
- Waypoint Cafe22.6 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.
— 22.0 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Skyline Ice Cream22.5 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.
- Northern Lights Creamery Inc.22.5 mi
An Inlet institution for 40-plus years, a short walk from Arrowhead Park on Fourth Lake — soft serve, homemade gelato, floats, flurries, and specialty sundaes.
- The Park23.0 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 Stand23.0 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.
— 22.5 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
4- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar21.8 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 Brewing21.8 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- Daiker's22.0 mi
Daikers is an Adirondack pitstop in Old Forge, NY, offering seasonal and local dining with a deck overlooking Fourth Lake. Their caring and committed staff ensure a fantastic experience for guests.
- Brookside Hops & Hoagies23.0 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.
— 21.8 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- Norridgewock Lodge11.5 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!
- The Waldheim16.3 mi
A rustic resort with log-cottages featuring porches with lake views, plus 3 included meals a day.
- Covewood Lodge17.3 mi
A Great Camp-style lodge on Big Moose Lake in Eagle Bay, with 19 housekeeping cottages and Main Lodge apartments and rooms. Open May through October, with kids' programming and weekly campfires from late June to Labor Day.
- Brightside on Raquette Lake18.9 mi
Brightside on Raquette Lake offers an all-inclusive experience combining historic charm with modern comforts. It also serves as a venue for company retreats, fostering creativity and team building in the Adirondacks.
See.
4- John Dillon Park18.9 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…
- Raquette Lake Navigation Cruise20.3 mi
Raquette Lake Navigation Company offers dining, sightseeing, and special event cruises on Raquette Lake in New York. This family-owned and operated business has been providing scenic experiences aboard the W.W. Durant since 1991.
- Camp Pine Knot20.6 mi
William West Durant's 1877 compound on Raquette Lake — the camp that invented the Adirondack Great Camp style. Now SUNY Cortland's Huntington Memorial Camp, an outdoor-education center with occasional public programs.
- Adirondack Railroad22.4 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…
— 18.9 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Nicks Pond located?Nicks Pond is a pond in the Raquette Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Nicks Pond?Nicks Pond has a surface area of approximately 15 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Nicks Pond?Nicks Pond has a maximum depth of 16 feet, with a mean depth of 5.2 feet.
- Is Nicks Pond open to the public?Yes, Nicks 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 Nicks Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Nicks Pond: 177 designated campsites, 19 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.