2023 Map of Brandreth Lake

About this map

Adirondack Park Preserve defines the character of this landscape in Hamilton County, where a dense network of water bodies and portage trails illustrates the traditional connectivity of the New York wilderness. Centered on Brandreth Lake, the area is marked by a complex system of drainage and small ponds, including North Pond Flowgrounds and Salmon Lake. The terrain is characterized by prominent peaks like Buck Mountain and Pilgrim Mountain, which rise above the interconnected waterways. Historical transit patterns are visible through the labeling of traditional carries, such as the Shingle Shanty Carry Trl and the Rock To Hardigan Carry Trl, which link Lake Lila and Rock Pond to the interior waters. These portage routes, along with Touey Falls and the Brandreth Lake Outlet, trace the natural hydrological arteries that have shaped travel through this portion of the Adirondacks for generations.