West Branch of the Saint Regis River.
The West Branch of the Saint Regis River drains the country northwest of Tupper Lake — a quieter cousin to the more-paddled main stem and Middle Branch downstream. The watershed here is a mix of private timberland and state forest, with access less formalized than the St. Regis Canoe Area to the north; most paddlers encounter it as a put-in or take-out rather than a destination run. The branch carries enough volume in spring and early summer for a technical float, but by mid-July it's more rock than river in the upper sections. Check with local outfitters in Tupper Lake for current water levels and the nearest road crossing — this one doesn't show up in the DEC brochures.
West Branch of the Saint Regis River has public access. Summits nearby include Flower Hill and Coffee Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
- Peak foliage from the water — the best seats in the Park are in a canoe this month.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
2 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.
- 01Lake Ozonia Parking AreaTrailhead4.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Clear Pond Parking Area4.5 miunpavedDirections →
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1— 23.7 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
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3- The Lodge at Seveys15.7 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Fish Creek Pond Campground23.6 mi
This expansive campground offers 355 sites with direct water access to Fish Creek and Square Ponds, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming from May to October.
- The Point24.6 mi
An all-inclusive Great Camp on Upper Saranac Lake, built by William Avery Rockefeller II a century ago. The first Relais & Chateaux property in North America and the only Forbes Five Star property in Upstate New York. Adults-only, communal dining.
— 15.7 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
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4- Topridge21.2 mi
The sprawling Gilded Age estate Marjorie Merriweather Post built on Upper St. Regis Lake — later New York State's, now privately held. Best seen from the St. Regis lakes.
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory23.3 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…
- White Pine Camp23.3 mi
The 1907 Great Camp on Osgood Pond that served as Calvin Coolidge's Summer White House in the summer of 1926. Seasonal guided tours, and several cottages rent by the week.
- Adirondack Railroad24.0 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…
— 21.2 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is West Branch of the Saint Regis River located?West Branch of the Saint Regis River is a river in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is West Branch of the Saint Regis River open to the public?Yes, West Branch of the Saint Regis 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 West Branch of the Saint Regis River?Within roughly seven miles of West Branch of the Saint Regis River: 5 designated campsites. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.