Woodland Lake.
Woodland Lake sits in the southeastern corner of the Adirondack Park, tucked into the Lake George region's lower-elevation terrain — 84 acres of shoreline that doesn't show up on most driving itineraries but holds its own as a quiet alternative to the main lake's summer density. The water sits entirely within private holdings, which means access is limited to residents and guests; there's no public boat launch, no DEC trail register, no campsite inventory. For most visitors, Woodland Lake is a name on the map rather than a destination — the kind of water you glimpse from a back road and file away as context for the region's mix of public wild forest and private compound. If you're staying nearby and have permission, it's worth a canoe; otherwise, it's a pass-through on the way to bigger water.
Woodland Lake has public access.
The water, surveyed.
- Peak foliage from the water — the best seats in the Park are in a canoe this month.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Nettle Meadow at The Hitching Post10.7 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.
- The Log Jam Restaurant12.7 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.
- Bistro LeRoux15.3 mi
Local, French-accented cuisine with multiple rooms displaying artwork & views of the open kitchen.
- Lighthouse Grill15.7 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…
Sip.
2- Caffe Vero15.8 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- ADK Blend16.9 mi
Northville smoothie & açaí-bowl spot in the Great Sacandaga Lake corridor.
— 15.8 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Martha's Dandee Creme11.8 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.
- Cree-Mee Freeze14.8 mi
A summer soft-serve stand near Northville on the Great Sacandaga Lake shore, with twists and specialty sundaes.
- Lake George Baking Company15.9 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 Parlor15.9 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.
Drink.
4- The Long Horn Restaurant & Pub11.0 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…
- South Shore Dive12.8 mi
South Shore Dive: Casual dining on Great Sacandaga Lake. Made-to-order meals, craft cocktails, lake views. Book now in upstate NY!
- Adirondack Pub & Brewery15.4 mi
Comfortable brewpub offering craft beers & American comfort food amid rustic, lodge-style surrounds.
- Lake George Beach Club15.8 mi
Lively 2-story haunt on the water featuring classic American dishes, live music & TVs for sports.
Stay.
4- Saratoga Escape Lodges & RV Resort4.8 mi
Casual resort offering basic wood cabins with kitchens, plus mini-golf, a water park & a lake.
- Rockwell Falls Inn and Wine Bar7.3 mi
A Victorian-era inn in Lake Luzerne, south of Lake George, with 12 rooms (all with private baths, gas fireplaces, and jacuzzi tubs) and a wine bar open to the public Thursday through Saturday evenings.
- Luzerne Court Motel8.5 mi
A renovated roadside motel on Lake Avenue in Lake Luzerne, 7.5 miles south of Lake George and 25 miles north of Saratoga, with a seasonal pool, nightly campfires, and pet-friendly rooms.
- Luzerne State Campground10.1 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.
See.
4- Tubby Tubes River Co.10.9 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.
- Historic Copeland Covered Bridge13.4 mi
The Historic Copeland Covered Bridge is a 35-foot Queenpost truss bridge built in 1879 by Arad Copeland in Edinburg, Saratoga County. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it is the only covered bridge remaining in Saratoga C…
- Lake George Expedition Park14.3 mi
Lake George Expedition Park is a place of adventure, discovery, and excitement for attendees of all ages. Located in Lake George, NY. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day.
- Lake George Battlefield Park15.4 mi
Visitors to the Lake George Battlefield can see the sites of the Battle of Lake George (1755), which was part of the siege of Fort William Henry (1757) and a major military camp throughout the French and Indian War (1754-1763).
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- Where is Woodland Lake located?Woodland Lake is a lake in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How big is Woodland Lake?Woodland Lake has a surface area of approximately 84 acres, a smaller backcountry water.
- Is Woodland Lake open to the public?Yes, Woodland 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 Woodland Lake?Within roughly seven miles of Woodland Lake: 2 designated campsites, 1 lean-to or shelter, 1 listed campground. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.