Lewey Lake is another unbelievable destination in the Adirondacks. The lake is crystal clear and nestled in the surrounding mountains. The camping here ranges from typical to rustic. No matter what type of camping you’re after this park is a place to escape from everyday life and get back to the beauty of raw nature.
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Lake Facts
Elevation: 1650 Feet
Area: 361 Acres
Shoreline Length: 3.5 miles
Mean Depth: 25 Feet
Camping
Lewey Lake was a lot different from any of the other State Park Campgrounds we have visited in the past. Typically, you enter through the park’s main gate or the campground’s main gate. That is not the case at Lewey Lake. There is a main gate at the main day-use area and a beach with some camping in this area, but then the rest of the park is right off the main highway, Route 30.
There are 206 campsites at Lewey Lake. There are a large number of on-the-water campsites, which makes this a popular destination. Some of these are located on Lewey Lake, and some are located in the narrow tributary that runs between Lewey Lake and Indian Lake. Not all the campsites are located within the main park area. Several of the camping loops are located off Route 30 and there are also a few sites that are on Indian Lake but are still considered part of Lewey Lake Campground. These sites are also located off Route 30, however, these particular sites are primitive sites with pit toilets. These particular campsites are all lakeside and really amazing.
I love this website, CampADK. It shows pictures of all the individual campsites at New York State Park Campgrounds. It is extremely helpful for making reservations, especially if you have never visited the park before.
Boating
This is a great lake for boating. Motorboats, kayaks, rowboats, and canoes are best for this lake as the boat launch is shallow. The boat launch here is not in the greatest shape but it is adequate for hand launching. If you don’t have a boat, canoes and kayaks are available for rent. Make sure that you have your life jackets or floatation devices on board your vessel at all times. The DEC runs this lake and does stop boats and issue tickets if you are not equipped to be on the lake safely.
Fishing
This fishing in this lake is excellent. There are quite a few species of fish living in this lake; Smallmouth bass, lake whitefish, northern pike, lake trout, brown bullhead, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, and rock bass. Occasionally, landlocked salmon, brown trout, and brook trout are found in the lake. Typically during the winter, during the ice fishing season, incidentally is permitted on this lake.
This is a DEC-run lake, therefore it is important to make sure that you have your fishing license on you when fishing. The DEC is known for stopping people and issuing tickets for violations. You can purchase a fishing license online here.
Wildlife
Wildlife is abundant in the Adirondacks. Visitors can sometimes get an up-close and personal encounter with the wildlife. Black bears and moose are especially prominent in the Adirondacks and it is not unusual for visitors to encounter them. This is an incredible experience. Although this should go without saying, do not feed wild animals. This will attract them to your campsite and though this might sound neat, it isn’t. You are not only endangering your life but the animal’s as well.
Beach
There is a designated swimming area, however, the park does not provide lifeguards. There are safeguards in place to make swimming safe. Visitors are advised of the lake rules and regulations upon check-in. This is a Day-Use Park and the beach and picnic facilities are open to the public. This is a beautiful park and the beach is incredibly peaceful. As a matter of fact, there was a wedding on the beach on the day we visited.
Address
4155 Route 30N Lake Pleasant, NY 12108
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