Sand Pond Brook.
Sand Pond Brook drains the wetlands east of NY-9 in the Schroon Lake corridor — a low-gradient stream threading through alder thickets and beaver meadows before joining the Schroon River drainage. No maintained trail access; the surrounding terrain is private land and state forest patchwork, making this one for the bushwhacker or the canoeist willing to probe upstream from a put-in on connected water. The brook holds the usual Adirondack lowland suspects — fallfish, creek chubs, maybe a stray brookie in the headwater seeps — but it's not documented as a destination fishery. If you're passing through on NY-9, you'll cross it without fanfare.
Sand Pond Brook has public access. Summits nearby include Ragged Mountain and Hornet Cobbles.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 parking areas· 4 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.
- 01Hoffman Notch Parking AreaTrailhead0.7 mi
- 02Blue Ridge Road Parking Area1.2 mi
- 03Elk Lake Road Parking Area #11.7 mi
- 04Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area1.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area1.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area1.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Gulf Brook Road Campsite 1 Parking area1.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Andrew Brook Parking Area2.0 mi
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4- Trail Break at Schroon Lake8.3 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 Restaurant9.0 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 Pizzeria9.2 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 & Bar10.1 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
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4- Cupola Crepes9.0 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 Co9.0 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 Company16.7 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.
- Counter Space22.2 mi
A casual cafe in Elizabethtown serving coffee, espresso, and light bites — a local gathering spot in the Essex County seat.
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4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream15.1 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 & Café18.9 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 Cream20.3 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 Parlor20.8 mi
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— 15.1 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
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4- Paradox Brewery5.9 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 Tavern9.0 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 & Grill9.1 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 Campsites3.4 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 Motel5.6 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 Adirondacks7.1 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 Motel8.1 mi
Modest property offering simple rooms & cabins with fridges, microwaves & free WiFi, plus a pool.
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4- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves14.0 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.
- Camp Santanoni14.5 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.
- Penfield Homestead Museum15.7 mi
Penfield Homestead Museum preserves the history of Crown Point, NY, and the surrounding Ironville area. Explore the historic homestead, barns, church, and learn about local history, military conflicts, and notable families.
- Newcomb Ski Slope16.3 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
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- Where is Sand Pond Brook located?Sand Pond Brook is a stream in the Schroon Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Sand Pond Brook open to the public?Yes, Sand Pond Brook 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 Brook?Within roughly seven miles of Sand Pond Brook: 22 designated campsites, 8 lean-tos or shelters, 1 listed campground. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.