Poultney River.
The Poultney River runs along the western edge of the Adirondack Park boundary in the Brant Lake region — more drainage corridor than destination water, and one of the quieter flows in a district better known for its lakes. It marks a transition zone: east toward the core lake country, west toward farmland and the Vermont line. No official fish data on record, but small Adirondack tributaries in this drainage class typically hold wild brook trout in the headwater stretches if the gradient and canopy are right. Access depends on town roads and private landholdings; check with the town clerk or local anglers before assuming you can walk in.
Poultney River has public access.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 10 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
The stocking record.
Launch & supply.
Getting in, staying over.
What the lake is doing today.
What rings this water.
The trails.
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Make a weekend of it.
Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Burleigh's Luncheonette17.3 mi
Burleigh's Luncheonette is a 1950s and 1960s themed restaurant located in historic downtown Ticonderoga, New York, offering classic diner vibes and freshly made meals.
- House of Pizza17.3 mi
A family- and woman-owned pizzeria on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga since 2002, doing traditional pizza, calzones, pasta, and salads with in-store pickup, curbside pickup, delivery, and no-contact delivery. Pizza-club program.
- Beyond the Sea17.3 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Hot Biscuit Diner17.4 mi
Hot Biscuit Diner is a full service family style restaurant in Ticonderoga. Visit us today to try our recipes! We put an emphasis on country style cooking, friendly service and affordable pricing. This Diner has been a family owned and ope…
— 17.3 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sip.
1— 23.7 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Cate's Creamery17.1 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 Parlor23.6 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 Company23.6 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.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor24.4 mi
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— 17.1 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
4- The Pub17.3 mi
The Pub is a British-inspired restaurant recognized for serving the best Fish and Chips in the U.S. by the UK’s Greene King Brewery. It offers excellent food, drinks, and genuine hospitality with a wide selection of beers.
- Ridge Terrace Restaurant-Cocktail Lounge19.5 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.
- Diamond Point Grille20.6 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.
- Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery20.6 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,…
— 17.3 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The Inn on Lake Champlain - Adirondack Farmstay B&B8.8 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.
- Huletts on Lake George10.0 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 Motel10.5 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 Center11.1 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.
See.
4- Fort Ticonderoga16.3 mi
A restored French and Indian War / Revolutionary War fort on 2,000-plus acres at the south end of Lake Champlain in Ticonderoga, with living-history demonstrations, the King's Garden, a corn maze, and boat tours on the lake aboard the Carillon.
- Godwin Preserve17.0 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.
- Ticonderoga Heritage Museum17.2 mi
A local history museum on Montcalm Street in Ticonderoga inside the 1888 building, the sole surviving structure from the Ticonderoga Pulp and Paper Company. Free walking tours of the La Chute industrial corridor.
- Bolton Historical Museum17.4 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.
— 16.3 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Poultney River located?Poultney River is a river in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Poultney River open to the public?Yes, Poultney River has public access. See the listing page for current trailhead, parking, and boat-launch details, and check active DEC advisories before visiting.