Schroon River.
The Schroon River drains north from Schroon Lake through a long, wooded valley, crossing under I-87 multiple times before meeting the Hudson River near Warrensburg — a quiet, mid-elevation corridor that most travelers see only from the Northway at 65 mph. The river moves through a mix of state forest land and private parcels, with limited formal access points and little of the recreational traffic that clusters around the lake itself. Paddlers occasionally run sections in spring when snowmelt brings the water up, but by midsummer it's shallow, rocky, and more a destination for wading than boating. The river marks the eastern edge of the central Adirondacks — less dramatic than the lake, more working landscape than postcard.
Schroon River has public access. Summits nearby include Hackensack Mountain and Pine Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
11 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.
- 01Hudson River Nature TrailsTrailhead2.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 02BIG HOLLOW ROAD PARKING LOT4.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Prospect Mt Parking4.8 mipavedDirections →
- 04Rattlesnake Cobble Parking5.2 mipavedDirections →
- 05Parking For Gay Pond Road Site 116.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Gay Pond Road Parking For Site 126.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Gay Pond Road Site 13 Parking6.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Gay Pond Road Site 14 Parking6.6 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Deli & Meat Store of the North0.9 mi
Deli & Meat Store of the North is a long-standing deli, meat market, and grocery store in Warrensburg, NY, known for its fresh meats, famous 18-inch subs, daily hot items, all-day breakfast, pizza, and catering services.
- Canepa’s Pizza Shop0.9 mi
Canepa's Pizza Shop, formerly The Pizza Shop of Warrensburg, has been serving award-winning pizza since 2014. Featured on Rachael Ray and PMQ Magazine, they offer authentic Italian hospitality with family recipes and fine ingredients.
- Tommy Guns Pizzeria1.0 mi
Tommy Guns Pizzeria & Bar in Warrensburg, NY, serves delicious pizza, wings, and a variety of other dishes crafted from top-notch ingredients. It offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for meals with family and friends or for hosti…
- Oscar's Smokehouse1.1 mi
Oscar's Smokehouse has been making fine smoked meats and cheeses for over 70 years in Warrensburg, NY.
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3- Caffe Vero5.6 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co24.2 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.
- Cupola Crepes24.3 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.
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4- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor5.5 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 Company5.5 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.
- Cate's Creamery8.3 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.
- Martha's Dandee Creme10.6 mi
The definitive gateway ice cream stand into the Adirondacks, marked by its towering rooster sign on Route 9 in Queensbury. Towering swirls of soft serve in dozens of handmade flavors plus a grill menu, spring through early fall.
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4- Bandstand Brew Works1.0 mi
Bandstand Brew Works is a family-friendly brewpub in Warrensburg, NY, offering handcrafted beers, cocktails, and a diverse menu made with local ingredients. It's a community gathering spot known for live music, weekly events, and a vibrant…
- George Henry's1.0 mi
A family-owned bar and grill on Main Street in Warrensburg doing made-to-order American grill plates, hearty steak and chicken specialties, local craft beer, and fresh-baked breads from area bakeries. No fast food.
- Diamond Point Grille5.0 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.
- Lake George Beach Club5.6 mi
Lively 2-story haunt on the water featuring classic American dishes, live music & TVs for sports.
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4- Cornerstone Victorian B & B0.9 mi
Cornerstone Victorian Bed & Breakfast is a historic Queen Anne home in Warrensburg, New York, offering elegant rooms and an award-winning four-course gourmet breakfast. It is minutes from Lake George, Gore Mountain, and Saratoga Springs.
- Lake George Riverview Campground1.3 mi
Lake George Riverview Campground offers 170 campsites along the Schroon River with amenities like a beach, pool, and water recreation, located 4 miles north of Lake George Village.
- Lake George Escape Campground2.1 mi
Basic log cabins & trailers in a 178-acre riverfront resort with 2 outdoor pools, dining & a beach.
- Blue Lagoon Resort5.0 mi
Rustic quarters in a humble lakeside retreat with a private beach, a boat dock & a BBQ area.
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4- Revolution Rail Co. Thurman1.9 mi
A pedal-powered rail biking operation in Warrensburg on Route 418, with family-friendly tours rolling on disused railroad tracks through Adirondack forest and river corridors. Suitable for all ages and ability levels.
- The Promise Gardens Estate of the Adirondacks2.8 mi
The Promise Gardens is the perfect wedding venue with gorgeous gardens, rustic barns and mountain views near Lake George and the Adirondacks.
- Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort5.0 mi
Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort offers private guided boat tours of Lake George on a 24-foot bowrider motorboat. Guests enjoy sightseeing, swimming, tubing, and cliff jumping with an experienced captain.
- Lake George Historical Association5.6 mi
The Lake George Historical Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to preserving the history of the Lake George region. Located in an 1845 courthouse at 290 Canada Street, it offers free admission to explore centuries of local histor…
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- Where is Schroon River located?Schroon River is a river in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Schroon River open to the public?Yes, Schroon 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 Schroon River?Within roughly seven miles of Schroon River: 16 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter, 2 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.