2023 Map of Piseco Lake

About this map

Piseco Lake and its surrounding peaks anchor this 2023 survey of the southern Adirondacks, where the small settlements of Piseco and Rudeston cling to the eastern shoreline. The landscape is defined by its water and elevation, from the high Eagle Bluff and Panther Mountain to the sprawling Spy Lake and Mud Lake systems to the southeast. The backcountry is accessible via an intricate network of specialized paths including the Northville-Placid Trl and the Piseco-Perkins Clearing Trl, reflecting the area's modern identity as a hub for outdoor recreation and wilderness conservation. The proximity of Piseco Airport to the water's edge underscores the unique logistical needs of this isolated mountain community. Local geography is further detailed by numerous named waterways such as Fall Stream, Cold Stream, and Jessup River, which drain the steep slopes of T Lake Mountain and Stacy Mountain.