Whackers Pond.
Whackers Pond is a five-acre pocket water in the Tupper Lake region — small enough that it rarely shows up on standard lake surveys and anonymous enough that anglers pass it by for more documented fisheries. The name alone suggests old logging-era origins, likely a crew nickname that stuck when the maps were drawn. No fish data on file, no formal access noted, no established trails — this is the category of Adirondack pond that exists in the gap between recreational infrastructure and true bushwhacking, known mostly to hunters, trappers, and the occasional canoeist with good GPS and a tolerance for alder. If you're looking for it, start with the town clerk's office in Tupper Lake.
Whackers Pond reaches a maximum depth of 4 feet, with a mean depth of 3 feet. Whackers Pond has public access. Summits nearby include West Hill and Middle Hill.
The water, surveyed.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
9 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.
- 01Main Brinch Carry Parking LotTrailhead2.6 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Azure Mtn. Parking Lot3.3 miunpavedDirections →
- 03Santa Clara Parking Lot3.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 04Pinnacle Road Parking5.1 miunpavedDirections →
- 05Quebec Brook Parking Lot5.5 miunpavedDirections →
- 06East Branch Parking Lot6.0 miunpavedDirections →
- 07Lake Ozonia Parking Area6.4 miunpavedDirections →
- 08Saint Regis River Parking6.9 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- Hohmeyer's Adirondack Alps Restaurant19.9 mi
A family-owned restaurant in the Adirondacks offering seasonal, 100-mile-focused fusion cuisine, a 1920s Speakeasy, and a hidden Beer and Wine Cellar.
- PorkBusters BBQ23.6 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.
- ADK Food Hub25.0 mi
A year-round market and casual eatery on Park Street in Tupper Lake, with a deli case, pantry staples, and a summer buffet built around the on-site Whitten Family Farm. Sunday farmhouse breakfast in July and August.
- Amado25.0 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.
— 19.9 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sip.
1— 24.5 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
1— 24.7 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
3- The 1892 Bar & Grille20.0 mi
The 1892 Bar & Grille is a locally owned rustic bar and restaurant in Lake Clear, NY, offering homemade food. Recently under new ownership, it brings fresh energy and an updated menu to its patrons.
- Hex and Hop Brewing23.7 mi
Hex and Hop Brewing is a craft brewery and meadery in Bloomingdale, New York, making full-flavored, locally sourced beer and mead. They prioritize community and craft, using fresh, local ingredients.
- Raquette River Brewing24.9 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
— 20.0 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The St. Regis Suites17.8 mi
Five well-appointed suites of various sizes, between Saranac Lake and Paul Smith's College in Gabriels, NY. Renovated by Cedar Circle LLC with green building techniques. Stays from three days to three months.
- Hohmeyer's Lake Clear Lodge & Resort19.9 mi
Wooded lakefront resort featuring homey rooms & cabins, local dining, a pub & outdoor recreation.
- Fish Creek Pond Campground20.6 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 Lodge at Seveys20.7 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…
— 17.8 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
See.
4- Topridge15.2 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.
- White Pine Camp15.9 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.
- THE GREAT ADIRONDACK CORN MAZE19.6 mi
The Great Adirondack Corn Maze at Tucker Farms in Gabriels offers a new maze design each year, providing a fun experience of getting lost in the cornfield.
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory22.8 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…
— 15.2 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Whackers Pond located?Whackers Pond is a pond in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Whackers Pond?Whackers Pond has a surface area of approximately 5 acres, a small pond.
- How deep is Whackers Pond?Whackers Pond has a maximum depth of 4 feet, with a mean depth of 3 feet.
- Is Whackers Pond open to the public?Yes, Whackers 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 Whackers Pond?Within roughly seven miles of Whackers Pond: 2 designated campsites. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.