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Fourth Lake

New York

3Listings$1.1M-$4.5M$7MTotal Value
Fourth Lake, New York

Located in New York, Fourth Lake real estate is a tight inventory market in the state for lake homes and lake lots.

On average, there are very few lake homes for sale on Fourth Lake, and very few lake lots and land parcels.

About Fourth Lake

Belonging to the Essex Chain of Lakes

Fourth Lake is one of the nine lakes belonging to the Essex Chain of Lakes in New York's Adirondack region, surrounded by mountains and forests. These lakes' shorelines are densely wooded and offer diverse wildlife viewing.

Fourth Lake is located in Herkimer County, New York, and is relatively large, encompassing 2,138 acres with 9.8 miles of shoreline and an average depth of 34 feet. The lake is connected to five other lakes via narrow channels.

Recreation

Boating, swimming, whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, and hunting are popular on Fourth Lake.

Fish species present in the lake are lake trout, Atlantic salmon, landlocked salmon, white sucker, brook trout, rainbow trout, yellow perch, and brown trout.

Enjoy the slopes at McCauley Mountain Ski Area on the southern tip of First Lake. Situated on the McCauley Mountain, skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the 633-foot vertical drop. There are ski areas for people of all skill levels. If skiing isn't your favorite sport, you can try the mountain biking trails out instead.

Go on a hike in the 79,487-acre Moose River Plains Complex. The area contains low-lying river valleys, hills and low mountains, and 3,500-foot high mountain summits, Little Moose Mountain and Manbury Mountain in the Little Moose Wilderness. You can enjoy hiking trails, camping, paddling, fishing, boating, biking, horseback riding, hunting/trapping, snowmobiling, skiing, snowshoeing, and general wildlife viewing.

Fun at Fourth Lake

Whether you are looking to buy a family home, a full-time retirement residence, or a vacation rental, Fourth Lake is an excellent choice.

Lake Overview

  • 17mi. of Shoreline
  • 33ft. Avg. Depth
  • 85ft. Deepest Depth
  • Ownership
    Public
  • Acreage
    2,137
  • Public Boat Ramps
    2

Information

  • Counties: Hamilton County
  • Fish: Lake Trout, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass
  • Interesting facts: Part of the Fulton Chain Lakes
  • History: Named after Robert Fulton, who invented the steamboat
  • Landmarks: Northern Forest Canoe Trail, Bald Mountain

Restrictions

  • Permit is not required to use the lake.
  • Motorized boats are allowed.

Amenities

Marinas
(315) 357-3231
NY-28
Inlet, NY 13360
(315) 357-3532
1500 Big Moose Rd
Eagle Bay , NY 13331
Inlet Marina
(315) 357-4896
4 S Shore Rd
Inlet, NY 13360
(315) 369-3123
102 Lakeview Ave
Old Forge, NY 13420
Golf Courses
(315) 348-8861
8046 Brantingham Rd
Brantingham, NY 13312
(315) 357-3503
300 NY-28
Inlet , NY 13360
(315) 639-3136
151 Fifth Street
Thendara, NY 13472
Campgrounds
Bald Mountain Colony
(315) 369-3454
165 Tuttle Rd
Old Forge, NY 13420
(315) 354-4412
Browns Tract Rd
Inlet, NY 13360
(315) 354-4120
1353 NY-28
Inlet, NY 13360
(315) 357-4401
Limekiln Lake Rd
Inlet, NY 13360

Nearby

Hospitals
(315) 369-6619
114 S Shore Rd
Old Forge, NY 13420
Airports
Griffiss International Airport
660 Hangar Rd, Rome, NY 13441
60 miles away
Old Forge Airport
350 North St, Old Forge, NY 13420
10 miles away