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Rock Lake Trail

A brief approach within the Lake Lila Wilderness Network, this path leads less than a kilometer through Adirondack forest to the quiet shores of its namesake water. The route, though short, offers a measure of seclusion and the chance to observe whatever wildlife frequents the lake margin. Those seeking a quick escape into backcountry stillness, without the commitment of a longer trek, often find the destination well suited to contemplation or a brief pause along the shoreline.

Length
0.5 mi
Operator
Network
lwn
Difficulty
Not rated
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Elevation profile
Max 1,814 ftMin 1,732 ftNet gain 27 ft
1,814 ft1,732 ft0 mi0.1 mi0.2 mi0.4 mi0.5 mi
§ Listed trailheads nearby

Curated trailheads & parking near this route

Editorial trailhead listings within roughly 3 miles. Useful for permit info, parking capacity, and access-road conditions.

§ Closest essentials

Nearest, each within 25 miles

Coffee
Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop
5.0 mi away
Restaurant
Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner
4.5 mi away
General store
Pines Country Store Inc.
4.9 mi away
Shelter
O'Neil Flow lean-to
3.7 mi away
§ Nearby Points of Interest
Peaks (11)
Lakes & ponds (17)
Trails (18)
Lean-tos (65)
  • Lower Sargents Pond Lean-To11.1 mi
  • Unnamed lean-to14.5 mi
  • Unnamed lean-to14.4 mi
  • Catlin Bay #212.3 mi
  • O'Neil Flow lean-to3.7 mi
  • Stephens Pond Lean-To3.8 mi
  • Tirrell Pond lean-to4.7 mi
  • Catlin Bay #112.3 mi
Primitive campsites (239)
  • Rock Lake Site0.5 mi
  • Rock Lake0.6 mi
  • Primitive campsite 158640.8 mi
  • Rock Lake Site0.9 mi
  • Rock Lake Site0.9 mi
  • Sprague Pond Campsite #22.5 mi
  • Sprague Pond Campsite #12.6 mi
  • Lake Durant Campground2.7 mi
§ Nearby parking

94 parking areas

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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