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About Friends Lake

Located Near Glens Falls

Friends Lake is a scenic body of water situated in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. The lake is just 30 miles north of Glens Falls, where you will find Glens Falls Hospital, The Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, Six Flags, and more.

Albany, the state's capital, is just 70 miles south. The city features a significant set of establishments, including the Albany International Airport.

494 Acres of Seclusion

This tree-lined lake features 494 acres of sparkling waters. Friends Lake boasts five miles of shoreline and an average depth of 36 feet. With no public access points, the lake is reserved for property owners and their guests.

Friends Lake Inn is known as the number one hotel in all of the Adirondack Mountains. The upscale lodge offers luxury rooms, fine dining, and is host to a selection of events.

Oodles of Lake Fun

As a private body of water, Friends Lake offers uncrowded waters for boating, fishing, and swimming. Boaters tour the serene waters in motorboats, kayaks, canoes, and more. Largemouth bass, walleye, black crappie, and lake trout are popular catches among anglers.

When the surrounding foliage turns warm colors in the fall, walks around the water's edge become a popular past-time.

Beyond the Lake

Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course is a family-friendly attraction located west of the lake. The attraction features a challenging yet fun obstacle course in the treetops.

The Gore Mountain Ski Resort is also nearby, featuring snowy slopes for skiing, snowboarding, sledding, and much more.

Gorgeous Property in the Adirondacks

Come to Friends Lake to enjoy the Adirondacks' true solitude, all while being minutes from fun attractions.

Lake Overview

  • 5mi. of Shoreline
  • 36ft. Avg. Depth
  • Shoreline Borders
    Mountains
  • Ownership
    Private
  • Acreage
    494

Information

  • Counties: Warren County
  • Fish: Black Crappie, Flathead Catfish, Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Striped Bass, Walleye, White Bass
  • Condos available (No)
  • Interesting facts: One of the only lakes with no public access
  • History: Was once a part of the great territory of the Iroquois and other Native American