Stannard Pond.
Stannard Pond is a remote backcountry pond in the Five Ponds Wilderness, reachable by unmarked footpath from the Olmstead Pond area. No formal trail — navigation skills required; the pond holds brook trout and sees few visitors outside hunting season.
Stannard Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Rattlesnake Cobble and Prospect Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
10 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.
- 01Rattlesnake Cobble ParkingTrailhead0.4 mipavedDirections →
- 02Prospect Mt Parking0.7 mipavedDirections →
- 03BIG HOLLOW ROAD PARKING LOT1.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Gay Pond Road Site 13 Parking6.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Gay Pond Road Site 14 Parking6.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Bear Slide Accessible Parking Area7.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Gay Pond Road Parking For Site 127.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Parking For Buttermilk Road Campsite 97.0 miunpavedDirections →
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Lighthouse Grill1.3 mi
The Lighthouse Grill is a renovated waterfront restaurant in Lake George, offering American, seafood, and plant-based cuisine with artisan drinks and freshest ingredients. It serves breakfast at the marina and is open Friday, Saturday, and…
- Lake George Olive Oil Co.1.3 mi
Lake George Olive Oil Co. is a family-owned business offering a wide selection of fresh extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, and gourmet foods. Visitors can sample from over 50 varieties at their Lake George and Glens Falls loc…
- The Olde Log Inn1.9 mi
American classics served in a log cabin with a stone fireplace & stuffed grizzly bear, plus a patio.
- The Log Jam Restaurant3.8 mi
The Log Jam Restaurant is an authentic log cabin restaurant in Lake George, NY, offering comfortable, casual Adirondack-style dining. It features stone fireplaces and serves American fare, including steaks and a large salad bar.
Sweet.
4- Lake George Baking Company1.3 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.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor1.4 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.
- Martha's Dandee Creme5.2 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.
- Cate's Creamery10.6 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.
Drink.
4- Adirondack Pub & Brewery1.1 mi
Comfortable brewpub offering craft beers & American comfort food amid rustic, lodge-style surrounds.
- Lake George Beach Club1.3 mi
Lively 2-story haunt on the water featuring classic American dishes, live music & TVs for sports.
- The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub4.1 mi
The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Lake Luzerne, The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Lake Luzerne Online ordering, online order accepting credit card, The Long Horn Restaurant Pub Fast, Relaxed, Healthy and stylish dining experience., Catering and Gi…
- Diamond Point Grille5.2 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.
Stay.
4- Holiday Inn Resort Lake George - Adirondack Area by IHG1.1 mi
Warmly decorated quarters, a casual restaurant & a cocktail lounge, plus indoor & outdoor pools.
- Tiki Resort - Lake George1.2 mi
Experience an exotic Polynesian-themed hotel in Lake George with live shows, island-style rooms, refreshing pools, and classic tropical vibes at Tiki Resort.
- Fort William Henry Hotel and Conference Center1.2 mi
A classic Lake George resort blending historical charm with modern conveniences. It offers diverse accommodations, three restaurants, and both indoor and outdoor pools.
- Courtyard by Marriott Lake George1.4 mi
A Courtyard by Marriott on Canada Street in Lake George Village, with standard rooms and suites, an indoor pool, fitness center, and Charlie's Bar and Kitchen on site.
See.
4- House of Frankenstein Wax Museum1.3 mi
The House of Frankenstein Wax Museum in Lake George New York
- Shepard Park1.3 mi
Small, centrally located park features a beach, playground & amphitheater for summer concerts.
- Lake George Steamboat Company1.4 mi
Lake George cruises on the Mohican (over a century old) and the larger Lac du Saint Sacrement out of Steel Pier in Lake George Village. Sightseeing, lunch, dinner, and themed cruises, plus the 2026 Rails to Sails package combining train and boat.
- Lake George Historical Association1.4 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 Stannard Pond located?Stannard Pond is a pond in the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Stannard Pond open to the public?Yes, Stannard 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 Stannard Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Stannard Pond: 17 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter, 3 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.