Woods Lake sits just north of Old Forge in the Moose River Plains — a 63-acre water that sits in the recreational orbit of the Fulton Chain but doesn't pull the same summer traffic. The lake is largely residential around its shoreline, with private camps dating back to the early logging-and-railroad era when this stretch of woods opened up to seasonal camps and sportsmen's clubs. Access for the public is limited; there's no official DEC launch or shoreline access point, which keeps Woods Lake in the "if you know someone with a camp" category. For open-water paddling or fishing in the Old Forge area, Fourth Lake or the Fulton Chain proper are the more accessible bets.
No proprietor marinas listed within 7 mi yet.
No public beaches listed within 7 mi yet.
No bait & tackle shops listed yet.
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data; surface and capacity from OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
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