Stewart Lake.
Stewart Lake is a 30-acre water in the Lake George corridor — small enough that it sits off the main resort track, but close enough to the lakeshore villages that it's been in private hands or residential use for generations. No public access or DEC records of stocking, which is typical of the mid-sized lakes tucked into the eastern foothills between Lake George proper and the Bolton / Warrensburg back roads. If you're poking around the region looking for named waters on a map, this is one of the dozens that exist more as geographic markers than as destinations — the kind of lake you see from a ridgeline and file away as context, not a put-in. For paddling or fishing in the Lake George watershed, stick to the big lake itself or head west toward the wild ponds in the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness.
Stewart Lake has public access. Summits nearby include Howe Mountain and Taylor Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
12 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.
- 01Bear Slide Accessible Tent Site 2 ParkingTrailhead3.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Bear Slide Accessible Parking Area3.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Prospect Mt Parking3.4 mipavedDirections →
- 04Gay Pond Road Site 13 Parking3.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Gay Pond Road Site 14 Parking3.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Bear Slide Accessible Camp Site 1 Parking3.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Parking For Buttermilk Road Campsite 93.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Gay Pond Road Parking For Site 123.7 miunpavedDirections →
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4- Nettle Meadow at The Hitching Post2.1 mi
A tavern and dining spot tied to Nettle Meadow Farm, the noted goat-and-sheep creamery, serving farm-to-table fare in the Lake Luzerne area.
- Lighthouse Grill5.0 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.5.0 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 Inn5.1 mi
American classics served in a log cabin with a stone fireplace & stuffed grizzly bear, plus a patio.
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3- Caffe Vero5.0 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- ADK Blend21.9 mi
Northville smoothie & açaí-bowl spot in the Great Sacandaga Lake corridor.
- Uncle Carl's Coffee23.9 mi
Uncle Carl's Coffee serves expertly crafted coffees, artisan teas, pastries, and light savory bites. They also offer daily quiche and bagels, along with homemade soups, frozen meals, local meats, and cheeses.
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4- Lake George Baking Company5.1 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 Parlor5.1 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 Creme6.7 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 Creamery13.5 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.
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4- The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub2.1 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…
- Adirondack Pub & Brewery4.8 mi
Comfortable brewpub offering craft beers & American comfort food amid rustic, lodge-style surrounds.
- Lake George Beach Club5.0 mi
Lively 2-story haunt on the water featuring classic American dishes, live music & TVs for sports.
- George Henry's6.8 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.
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4- Huttopia Lake George - Adirondacks1.8 mi
Huttopia Lake George - Adirondacks is a vacation rental located in Lake Luzerne, just inside Adirondack Park. It serves as a basecamp for exploring the nearby mountains and Lake George Village.
- Luzerne State Campground2.7 mi
Located on Fourth Lake in Lake Luzerne, this state campground provides 173 tent and trailer sites, along with dedicated facilities for campers traveling with horses.
- 1000 Acres Ranch Resort4.0 mi
Rustic, all-inclusive ranch-style resort set on a river offering horseback riding, dining & pools.
- Roaring Brook Ranch4.0 mi
Roaring Brook Ranch is a family resort just outside Lake George village, with lodging, pools, tennis, and horseback riding in the southern Adirondacks.
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4- Tubby Tubes River Co.2.0 mi
An outfitter for lazy-river tubing on the Lower Hudson in Lake Luzerne, with guided trips, tubes, life jackets, and shuttle included. Ages 2 and up. Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day.
- House of Frankenstein Wax Museum5.0 mi
The House of Frankenstein Wax Museum in Lake George New York
- Shepard Park5.0 mi
Small, centrally located park features a beach, playground & amphitheater for summer concerts.
- Lake George Steamboat Company5.1 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.
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- Where is Stewart Lake located?Stewart Lake is a lake in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Stewart Lake?Stewart Lake has a surface area of approximately 30 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Stewart Lake open to the public?Yes, Stewart Lake 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 Stewart Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Stewart Lake: 28 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter, 2 listed campgrounds. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.