Every named pond in the Adirondack Park — quiet waters, lean-to destinations, swimming holes. Browse by region or jump to a name.
Shew Pond is a six-acre water in the Great Sacandaga Lake region — small enough that it doesn't appear on most recreation maps, and unlikely to hold much beyond whatever warmwater species migrate through connecting streams or survive winter drawdown. No fish species data on record, which usually means either no formal DEC survey work or nothing worth reporting. The name suggests old family land or a long-gone settlement, common in this part of the southern Adirondacks where the reservoir drowned most of the context. If you're looking for it, start with the nearest town clerk's office or a USGS topo — access here is either private or unmarked.
Stoner Lakes sits on the southern edge of the Adirondack Park in the Great Sacandaga Lake region — a 192-acre water that's more working Adirondack than High Peaks corridor, with private shoreline and seasonal camp presence defining the character. The lake connects to the broader Sacandaga system and carries the quiet, low-key feel of the southern tier lakes: less foot traffic, less DEC signage, more local knowledge required. No fish species data on record, which usually means limited stocking history and minimal pressure — worth a call to the Region 5 DEC office in Ray Brook before planning a trip. Access details are sparse; assume private roads and gated camps unless you know otherwise.
