2013 Map of Wells

About this map

Speculator and Wells anchor the northern and southern reaches of this Hamilton County landscape, where the Adirondack wilderness meets established mountain settlements. The area is defined by its substantial water bodies, including the broad expanse of Lake Pleasant and the southern Lake Algonquin, which is bisected by the Sacandaga River Bridge. The terrain between these points is a complex network of peaks and drainage basins, with summits like Speculator Mtn, Hamilton Mtn, and Mt Overrocker overlooking the winding path of the Sacandaga River. Smaller clusters such as Gilmantown and the Camp of the Woods represent the local human footprint. A web of local routes, including S Shore Rd and Gilmantown Rd, provides access through the valley floors and around features like Auger Flats and Gilman Lake, reflecting a region built on recreation and natural resource proximity.