Five Ponds Wilderness Area

Five Ponds Wilderness Area is a large protected forest in northern New York with many lakes, ponds, and wetlands spread across the landscape. A network of marked trails and water routes lets visitors walk, fish, hunt, and paddle through the terrain.

People have lived in this region for thousands of years, as shown by finds left in the soil and on campsites. The area later became protected to preserve the forest and its resources for future use.

The lean-to shelters scattered throughout the land show how outdoor recreation has been part of life in the Adirondacks for generations. These simple structures reveal the local tradition of spending time in the forest with minimal facilities.

The area is best explored on foot or by canoe, depending on your plans. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and terrain that varies from easy to challenging.

This forest holds some of the rare old-growth trees that have never been cut down in the northeastern region. These ancient woods represent a vanishing type of landscape that few places still contain.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 44.04460,-74.93250

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:10