Tupper Lake.
Tupper Lake is the literal and figurative center of the town that shares its name — a 5,447-acre working lake with marinas, public launches, and a mix of motorboat traffic and paddlers threading through the channels between Big Island and the northern coves. The lake opens north into Raquette Pond and south toward the Bog River Flow, making it a through-route for multi-day canoe trips and a launching point for anglers working the weed beds and drop-offs. The village shoreline is fully developed (lodges, town beach, boat access), but the upper bays and the eastern arm still feel remote once you clear the docks. Launch from the municipal ramp on Demars Boulevard or the DEC site on NY-30 south of town.
Tupper Lake reaches a maximum depth of 60 feet. Fish on record include Walleye, Northern pike, Smallmouth bass, and Yellow perch — always check current New York State DEC regulations before fishing. Tupper Lake has public access. Summits nearby include Goodman Mountain and Coney Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
§ The water
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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.
- 01Bog River Falls Parking AreaTrailhead1.7 mipavedDirections →
- 02Goodman Mountain Parking Area2.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Coney Mountain Parking Area3.7 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Horseshoe Lake Parking Area4.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Lower Dam Road Parking Lot4.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 06Mt Arab Parking Area4.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Round Lake6.8 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Stony Pond Road7.0 miunpavedDirections →
+4 more on the map above
What’s in the water.
NYSDEC has stocked this water across 14 recent seasons — the ledger below is the public record.
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4- The Clubhouse at Tupper Lake Country Club4.0 mi
The Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar at Tupper Lake Golf Club offers a full bar, weekly specials, and hosts events and weddings. Open to the public, enjoy meals with a view of the golf course.
- Amado6.2 mi
A small restaurant on Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake serving Brazilian dishes (moqueca, feijoada) alongside lamb pot pie, fish fry, and a clearly marked vegan section. Homemade desserts.
- Guido's Pizzeria6.3 mi
Guido's Pizzeria in Tupper Lake has been serving hand-thrown pizzas, subs, calzones, dinners, and wings since 1988. They offer free delivery within the Town of Tupper Lake on any size order and make fresh dough daily.
- PorkBusters BBQ6.8 mi
PorkBusters BBQ is a Tupper Lake restaurant serving barbecue dishes seven days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM. They offer a menu for dine-in or takeout, plus catering for parties and events.
Sip.
4- Waypoint Cafe13.7 mi
Long Lake cafe at 1265 Main St. La Colombe coffee, homemade quiche, avocado toast, artisan sandwiches, salads, poke bowls, soups, and charcuterie. Closed Mondays; weeknight happy hour 4–6 p.m.
- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop21.0 mi
Seasonal coffee shop inside the 1895 schoolhouse that houses Blue Mountain Designs. Espresso, locally roasted coffee, loose-leaf tea, baked goods, avocado toast, sandwiches, and soups. May through October.
- Blue Moon23.7 mi
Blue Moon Café in Saranac Lake offers dine-in, pick-up, and curbside delivery services. Guests can enjoy weekly specials, restaurant menus, baked goods, coffee, grocery items, and adult beverages.
- Origin Coffee23.7 mi
Origin Coffee Co is a specialty coffee shop with locations in Lake Placid and Saranac Lake serving a chef-driven breakfast and lunch menu.
Sweet.
4- Skyline Ice Cream6.2 mi
A roadside soft-serve stand on Route 30 in Tupper Lake since 1985 — vanilla and black-raspberry twists, gelato, Dole Whip, and Michigans, now with an expanded burger-and-fries menu.
- The Park14.2 mi
Trying to find a fast food restaurant in Long Lake? Pay a visit to The Park. We offer a range of burgers, sides, ice cream, drinks and coffee options.
- Custard’s Last Stand14.2 mi
Custard's Last Stand is a historic ice cream shop in Long Lake, established in 1958, serving a variety of soft frozen custard & hard ice cream, sundaes, specialty shakes, floats, and ice cream sodas. They also offer merchandise and gift cards.
- Mark Twain Maple Works22.4 mi
Mark Twain Maple Works produces New York State maple syrup on the shore of Saranac Lake in the Adirondack Park. They have been making syrup since 2013, expanding their operation and offering various grades.
Drink.
4- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar5.4 mi
Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar in Tupper Lake offers 8 lanes of bowling, an arcade, a sports bar, and outdoor seating with food and drinks for family fun.
- Raquette River Brewing5.9 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- Brookside Hops & Hoagies14.2 mi
Brookside Hops & Hoagies is a casual, family-friendly shop in Long Lake, founded in 2023, offering craft beers and hoagies made with fresh ingredients and Boars Head deli meats. It operates Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM.
- Hex and Hop Tasting Room - Blue Mountain Lake21.2 mi
Hex and Hop is a craft brewery and meadery located in Bloomingdale, New York. They offer full-flavored, high-quality craft beer and mead, made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing community and craft.
Stay.
4- Red Top Inn LLC3.8 mi
No-frills lodgings by Tupper Lake with boat rentals and nightly bonfires by the lake.
- Pine Terrace Motel & Resort4.1 mi
Waterfront motel offers basic cabins with kitchens & WiFi plus pool & tennis courts.
- Trailhead Hotel in Tupper Lake, NY6.8 mi
A motel on Park Street in Tupper Lake with an outdoor pool, basketball court, putting green, mini-golf, free breakfast, and voice-controlled smart-room features. ADA-accessible rooms available.
- Park Motel and Cabins6.9 mi
Woodsy rooms & cabins in a family-owned motel offering an outdoor pool & free continental breakfast.
See.
4- Adirondack Railroad6.9 mi
Adirondack Railroad offers scenic train experiences through the beautiful outdoor scenery of New York, departing from stations in Utica, Thendara, and Tupper Lake. They provide various themed rides, including special events and multi-hour…
- The Wild Center7.0 mi
Live animals, hands-on exhibits & forest trails connect guests with the Adirondacks.
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory7.9 mi
Free 2-Day Space Camp at the Adirondack Sky Center Calling all future space explorers— get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us to explore some of the most fascinating topics in outer space! We’ll cover black holes, space tra…
- John Dillon Park10.5 mi
John Dillon Park, run by Paul Smith's College, is an accessible outdoor recreation area in Long Lake featuring a 3.5-mile accessible trail system, lean-tos, and fishing access. It is closed for the summer 2026 season for water system impro…
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- Where is Tupper Lake located?Tupper Lake is a lake in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Tupper Lake?Tupper Lake has a surface area of approximately 6,240 acres, a large lake by Adirondack standards.
- How deep is Tupper Lake?Tupper Lake has a maximum depth of 60 feet.
- What fish are in Tupper Lake?Tupper Lake supports populations of Walleye, Northern pike, Smallmouth bass, and Yellow perch. Always check current New York State Department of Environmental Conservation fishing regulations before casting.
- Is Tupper Lake open to the public?Yes, Tupper 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 Tupper Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Tupper Lake: 124 designated campsites, 5 lean-tos or shelters. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.