Pigeon Lake Wilderness Area

Pigeon Lake Wilderness Area is a protected forest region in the Adirondacks containing multiple lakes, streams, and woodland across the landscape. The terrain features diverse habitats with interconnected water systems and trail networks throughout.

The state created this protected zone to maintain natural resources and wildlife in the Adirondacks region. This wilderness designation has preserved the landscape and its ecological systems since its establishment.

Local people have traditionally used these lands for fishing and outdoor pursuits that shape the region's character. These practices remain central to how communities connect with the natural landscape today.

Access is available through designated entry points off State Route 28, with parking at various trailheads around the boundary. Visitors should come prepared with maps and navigation tools since the area is extensive and some routes are remote.

Ferd's Bog is a distinctive bog area within the territory that draws rare bird species throughout the year. Bird watchers visit regularly to observe and document these specialized species in their habitat.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 43.79840,-74.76880

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:22