Saint Regis River.
The Saint Regis River drains northwest from the Saint Regis Canoe Area through Paul Smiths and into the Saint Regis Mohawk Reservation, eventually meeting the Saint Lawrence — a major Adirondack watershed that historically moved logs, guided canoes, and connected the interior wilderness to the river economies of the north country. The upper stretches see paddlers launching from the Canoe Area carry points; the lower river between Paul Smiths and the reservation boundary runs through mixed private and state land with limited formal access. Most anglers and boaters know this river in sections rather than as a single run — it's a working river, not a destination pond, and access dictates experience. Check DEC atlases for put-in points if you're planning to fish or float any segment.
Saint Regis River has public access. Summits nearby include West Hill and Middle Hill.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
8 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.
- 01Santa Clara Parking LotTrailhead2.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Main Brinch Carry Parking Lot3.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Pinnacle Road Parking4.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Azure Mtn. Parking Lot4.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 05East Branch Parking Lot5.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Everton Falls Parking Lot6.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Quebec Brook Parking Lot6.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Lake Ozonia Parking Area6.5 miunpavedDirections →
Getting in, staying over.
Camping.
What the lake is doing today.
What rings this water.
The peaks.
The waters.
The trails.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
2- Hohmeyer's Adirondack Alps Restaurant20.6 mi
A family-owned restaurant in the Adirondacks offering seasonal, 100-mile-focused fusion cuisine, a 1920s Speakeasy, and a hidden Beer and Wine Cellar.
- PorkBusters BBQ24.6 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.
— 20.6 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sip.
1— 24.9 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Drink.
2- The 1892 Bar & Grille20.7 mi
The 1892 Bar & Grille is a locally owned rustic bar and restaurant in Lake Clear, NY, offering homemade food. Recently under new ownership, it brings fresh energy and an updated menu to its patrons.
- Hex and Hop Brewing24.1 mi
Hex and Hop Brewing is a craft brewery and meadery in Bloomingdale, New York, making full-flavored, locally sourced beer and mead. They prioritize community and craft, using fresh, local ingredients.
— 20.7 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The St. Regis Suites18.3 mi
Five well-appointed suites of various sizes, between Saranac Lake and Paul Smith's College in Gabriels, NY. Renovated by Cedar Circle LLC with green building techniques. Stays from three days to three months.
- Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge & Resort20.6 mi
Wooded lakefront resort featuring homey rooms & cabins, local dining, a pub & outdoor recreation.
- Fish Creek Pond Campground21.5 mi
This expansive campground offers 355 sites with direct water access to Fish Creek and Square Ponds, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming from May to October.
- The Lodge at Seveys21.8 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…
— 18.3 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
See.
4- Topridge15.9 mi
The sprawling Gilded Age estate Marjorie Merriweather Post built on Upper St. Regis Lake — later New York State's, now privately held. Best seen from the St. Regis lakes.
- White Pine Camp16.3 mi
The 1907 Great Camp on Osgood Pond that served as Calvin Coolidge's Summer White House in the summer of 1926. Seasonal guided tours, and several cottages rent by the week.
- THE GREAT ADIRONDACK CORN MAZE20.0 mi
The Great Adirondack Corn Maze at Tucker Farms in Gabriels offers a new maze design each year, providing a fun experience of getting lost in the cornfield.
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory23.9 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…
— 15.9 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Saint Regis River located?Saint Regis River is a river in the Saranac Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Saint Regis River open to the public?Yes, Saint Regis River 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 Saint Regis River?Within roughly seven miles of Saint Regis River: 2 designated campsites. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.