Peck Lake.
Peck Lake is a 1,443-acre reservoir in the Great Sacandaga Lake watershed — one of the smaller impoundments in a region defined by the massive 1930 damming of the Sacandaga River. The lake sits in low-relief terrain south of the Blue Line, closer in character to the southern Adirondack foothills than the peaks and ponds to the north. Access details and fishery data are sparse in state records, which typically means private shoreline or limited public infrastructure — worth a call to the DEC Region 5 office in Ray Brook before planning a trip. If you're targeting this water specifically, bring a detailed topo and expect to do some legwork.
Peck Lake has public access.
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.
- 01Homes LakeTrailhead4.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Glasgow Trail Parking5.2 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Kane Mountain Parking6.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Chase Lake Parking6.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Marina Trail7.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 06East Road Trail Parking7.3 miunpavedDirections →
Peck Lake.
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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 Lake9.8 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 Cafe14.3 mi
India’s largest Food Delivery, Dining and Restaurant Discovery Service. Better food for more people.
- The Local14.3 mi
Fine-dining restaurant in the Great Sacandaga Lake region.
- Alpine Grille17.9 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 Blend14.3 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 Cream7.2 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 Scoop14.2 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 Freeze15.7 mi
A summer soft-serve stand near Northville on the Great Sacandaga Lake shore, with twists and specialty sundaes.
Drink.
4- Vrooman's Hotel4.2 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 & Steakhouse4.8 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.
- Sacandaga Spirits7.3 mi
Located in Mayfield, Sacandaga Spirits offers a selection of handcrafted wines, liquors, and ciders. Visitors are invited to experience their local Adirondack offerings.
- Sport Island Pub13.6 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- Pine Lake Lodge7.6 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.
- Sunset Bay Vacation Resort— RV Park & Marina8.8 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 Lake10.3 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.
- The Balsam Inn & Cafe10.6 mi
Historic inn at 140 NY-10 in Caroga Lake, with newly renovated boutique rooms on the second floor and the Forever Wild Tavern downstairs. A minute from the West Branch of the Sacandaga and adjacent to state park land.
See.
2- Grandview Mini Golf7.2 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 Bridge17.4 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 Peck Lake located?Peck Lake is a reservoir in the Great Sacandaga Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Peck Lake?Peck Lake has a surface area of approximately 1,443 acres, a large lake by Adirondack standards.
- Is Peck Lake open to the public?Yes, Peck 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 Peck Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Peck Lake: 9 designated campsites, 2 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.