Sand Pond.
Sand Pond sits off Alder Meadow Road in the Schroon Lake region — a 63-acre pond with limited public profile and no fish stocking records on file with DEC. The name suggests a sandy bottom or shoreline, common in ponds tucked into the lower-elevation till country east of the High Peaks, but access details and ownership patterns here aren't well documented in the standard trail or paddling guides. If you're working this area, confirm access locally before you go — these mid-sized ponds sometimes live behind private land or old logging corridors that aren't marked on the standard DEC maps.
Sand Pond reaches a maximum depth of 40 feet, with a mean depth of 16 feet. Sand Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Sand Pond Mountain and Ragged Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 parking areas· 3 accessible
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.
- 01Andrew Brook Parking AreaTrailhead0.8 mi
- 02Blue Ridge Road Parking Area1.5 mi
- 03Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area2.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area2.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area2.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area2.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Gulf Brook Road Campsite 2 Parking area2.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Gulf Brook Road Campsite 3 Parking area2.2 mi
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4- Trail Break at Schroon Lake9.6 mi
Trail Break at Schroon Lake offers a restaurant, bar, and lodging in Schroon Lake. Guests can enjoy a menu of food, wine, and beer, live music on select evenings, and overnight stays in their rooms from May through October.
- Pitkins Restaurant10.2 mi
Pitkin's Restaurant is a family dining landmark in Schroon Lake, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a broad menu in a modern rustic setting. It features a new patio, including pet-friendly outdoor dining, and is conveniently locate…
- DeCesare's Pizzeria10.2 mi
DeCesare's Pizzeria in Schroon Lake offers a menu of pizza, Italian dishes, and salads. They provide online ordering for both carryout and delivery.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar11.0 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
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4- Cupola Crepes10.2 mi
Family-run creperie at 1095 Main Street in Schroon Lake. Sweet and savory crepes (gluten-free batter available), scones, coffee, and soft serve. Wednesday through Sunday.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co10.2 mi
9 Mile Coffee Co. is a coffee shop in downtown Schroon Lake, NY, serving a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches, and soups. They also sell their custom coffee blends and gift cards online.
- Old Mountain Coffee Company17.6 mi
Great Coffee, Great Food, Great Baked Goods & Great People. Stop in to enjoy our house roasted coffee, browse our menu for a bite to eat or grab a delicious treat from our bakery. Order Online for pickup or stop in.
- Origin Coffee23.6 mi
Origin Coffee Co. is a specialty coffee shop with locations in Lake Placid and Saranac Lake, offering a chef-driven breakfast and lunch menu served all day. It serves as a community gathering spot for locals and Adirondack travelers.
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4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream15.2 mi
Stone Bridge Ice Cream is a seasonal stand located 2.5 miles from the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, offering over 40 flavors of soft serve, custom ice cream cakes, and signature sundaes. It features outdoor seating and a kids' swing set.
- The Hungry Crow Market & Café17.9 mi
A downtown North Creek market and cafe serving soft serve alongside scratch-made desserts, next to Hudson River Trading Co. — the cone stop in the Gore and Upper Hudson area.
- Crossroads Ice Cream20.4 mi
The ice cream counter at The Crossroads, a country and outdoors store off I-87 Exit 25 in Chestertown between Schroon and Brant Lake — hard and soft ice cream on the road north.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor20.9 mi
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4- Paradox Brewery8.3 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
- The Brown Swan and Tavern10.1 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill10.2 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar15.7 mi
Black Bear Restaurant & Bar is an American eatery in Pottersville, NY, offering comfort food, sandwiches, and breakfast. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quick service, and popular dishes like meatloaf and gravy fries.
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4- Blue Ridge Falls Campsites5.9 mi
Blue Ridge Falls Campsites is a campground in North Hudson, NY, offering RV, pop-up, and tent camping near Schroon Lake and I-87. Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a camp store, with easy access to area attraction…
- Blue Ridge Motel7.9 mi
A renovated roadside motel on Route 9 between Schroon Lake and North Hudson, with private baths, AC, wifi, a pet-friendly room, and a continental breakfast in the lobby.
- Medcalf Acres Riverfront Campground - Camping in the Adirondacks8.8 mi
A riverfront campground on River Road in Schroon Lake with seasonal sites, in-house Schroon River tubing, free ice and wood at check-in, and tribute-band weekends.
- Maple Leaf Motel9.5 mi
Modest property offering simple rooms & cabins with fridges, microwaves & free WiFi, plus a pool.
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4- Camp Santanoni12.3 mi
Built by the wealthy Pruyn family, Camp Santanoni is a publicly-owned National Historic Landmark, offering visitors a glimpse into the early Adirondack Great Camp era and opportunities for outdoor recreation.
- Newcomb Ski Slope13.8 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves13.9 mi
Explore the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S., carved by Trout Brook. Offers self-guided trails, adventure tours, and winter snowshoeing with ice formations.
- Revolution Rail Co. - Thurman Station17.4 mi
A pedal-powered rail biking operation at Thurman Station on the Adirondack Railroad bed near North Creek, with family-friendly seasonal tours rolling alongside the Hudson River corridor through forest and open river-bank country.
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- Where is Sand Pond located?Sand Pond is a pond in the Schroon Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Sand Pond?Sand Pond has a surface area of approximately 63 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- How deep is Sand Pond?Sand Pond has a maximum depth of 40 feet, with a mean depth of 16.4 feet.
- Is Sand Pond open to the public?Yes, Sand 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 Sand Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Sand Pond: 19 designated campsites, 6 lean-tos or shelters, 1 listed campground. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.