Blue Ledge
Natural feature
5 (1)
Indian Lake, NY 12842
Wilderness Gorge Hike With Unverified Bathing EntranceNY
Blue Ledges Swimming Spots In The Adirondacks
By Hidden Swimming Holes Team · Record updated
Background: generated illustration, not a photograph of this location.
Plan the 2.1-mile one-way Blue Ledges hike from North Woods Club Road. Separate Hudson Gorge views and paddling information from unverified bathing access.
Swimming permission unconfirmed
Follow DEC trails and boundaries. Paddling and fishing information does not establish swimming permission at a particular pool; do not jump, dive or enter high or rising flow.
Official sources checked:
Water type
Wilderness Gorge Hike With Unverified Bathing Entrance
Swimming status
Swimming unconfirmed
Fee
DEC lists free recreation access. Free trail access is not a swimming permit or a promise of available services.
Best season
DEC describes year-round recreation, not year-round safe swimming. Hudson Gorge flow and rafting water releases make a blanket late-summer safe-water promise inappropriate
Nearby towns
Lake George, Wevertown
Water body
Hudson River In Hudson Gorge
Status summarizes our reviewed record, not today's opening or safety. Check current rules, swimming boundaries and notices before visiting.
Location
Map & Directions
Nearby towns
Lake George, Wevertown
Access location not verified
WEVERTOWN, NY
Approximate location based on the nearest town. Confirm the exact spot and access before you go.
Sources & checks
This is a desk-researched listing. A record update or map check does not confirm current swimming permission or water conditions.
- Swimming rules
- Official sources checked . Swimming permission remains unconfirmed.
- Access location not verified
- The recorded location has no completed source check. Confirm the entrance, legal access, and parking before travelling.
- Record updated
- · This is a data update, not a field visit.
About the archived record
Historical directions are retained separately; use current manager instructions for travel.
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Blue Ledges Hudson Gorge
DEC identifies a 2.1-mile one-way Blue Ledges Trail from North Woods Club Road to the northern rim of Hudson Gorge. The trail and river scenery are confirmed; an exact authorized bathing entrance and the second historical swimming place are not.
Allow for the full out-and-back hike
DEC gives 2.1 miles one way from North Woods Club Road to the northern rim of the gorge. The dramatic Blue Ledges formation and river viewpoint are not a drive-up beach. Carry the current map, drinking water and enough time to return.
River recreation is not a pool assessment
DEC describes Hudson Gorge whitewater and releases associated with rafting. Its paddling information does not establish a safe swimming line, depth or underwater clearance at the historic pool. The old late-summer recommendation must not be treated as a flow forecast.
Keep wilderness services realistic
Free access and primitive camps do not imply toilets, potable water or lifeguards at the water. No second named historical bathing stop is recovered. Choose lawful viewpoints and current DEC camping locations rather than inventing a second pool or informal cliff entry.
Check current destination information
Getting There
Use DEC's Blue Ledges trail map and North Woods Club Road parking. Budget for the return hike; the published 2.1 miles is one way, not a complete round trip.
Quick Navigation
Access Notes
Use DEC's Blue Ledges trail map and North Woods Club Road parking. Budget for the return hike; the published 2.1 miles is one way, not a complete round trip.
Plan Your Visit
Parking & Access
Confirm the entrance, parking arrangements, and legal access with the land manager. A map pin does not establish a public right of access. Follow posted routes and never block gates or driveways.
Regulations & Fees
Follow DEC trails and boundaries. Paddling and fishing information does not establish swimming permission at a particular pool; do not jump, dive or enter high or rising flow. Public park access does not necessarily include permission to swim. Respect private property and posted restrictions.
Seasonality & Flow
Water conditions can change quickly. This listing does not provide a current safety or water-quality assessment. Check official alerts and avoid entering water when conditions or permission are uncertain.
Nearby Facilities
Nearby places from saved public map data, not necessarily facilities at the swimming spot. Confirm access, hours, fees, and amenities with the operator before you drive.
Map data retrieved 2026-06-15
Hudson Gorge Wilderness
Nature preserve
4.6 (87)
112 Old State Road, Indian Lake, NY 12842
Rugged area in the Adirondack Forest Preserve offering hiking, kayaking, camping, hunting & more.
OK Slip Falls Trailhead
Hiking area
4.5 (126)
NY-28, Indian Lake, NY 12842
Smoke Rise Campground & Cabins
Campground
4.4 (21)
7785 US-9, Pottersville, NY 12860
RestroomRunning waterTent sites
Wakonda Family Campground
Campground
4.9 (44)
3915 E Schroon River Rd, Pottersville, NY 12860
Public restroomRestroomRunning water
Country Haven RV Campground
Campground
4.5 (43)
71 Dixon Rd, Chestertown, NY 12817
Picnic tablesRestroomWi-Fi
Shelving Rock Falls
Hiking area
4.6 (943)
17 Log Bay In Log Bay Is, Fort Ann, NY 12827
Narrow Island Ranger Station
Campground
4 (1)
11000000010060000000, Huletts Landing, NY 12841
Restroom
Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Ledges Swimming Spots In The Adirondacks
How far is the Blue Ledges hike?
DEC lists 2.1 miles one way from North Woods Club Road to the northern rim of Hudson Gorge. Allow for the return trip.
Where does the current trail start?
Use DEC's signed North Woods Club Road parking and Blue Ledges trail map, respecting private boundaries.
Is this a confirmed designated swimming beach?
No. The sources establish wilderness hiking and river recreation, not an exact authorized bathing entrance or staffed beach.
Does late summer guarantee gentle flow?
No. Weather and river releases can affect flow. The archived seasonal claim is not a current safety forecast.
Are there toilets or drinking water at the pool?
No such poolside services are established. Carry water and plan for wilderness conditions.
Can we camp beside any ledge?
No blanket permission is established. Follow DEC's current designated-site and primitive-camping rules for the exact lawful location.
Location & Area Map
Safety Information
Important Safety Tips
- Avoid jumping, diving, natural slides and high or rising flow
- A recreation listing or clear appearance is not a water-quality or depth guarantee
Photography Guide
Photo Opportunities
Photograph only from currently lawful viewpoints; no exact water-entry photograph is approved here.
Conservation & Ethics
Protect This Place
Follow current manager routes and fire restrictions, respect private parcels and pack out waste.
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At a Glance
Best Time to Visit
DEC describes year-round recreation, not year-round safe swimming. Hudson Gorge flow and rafting water releases make a blanket late-summer safe-water promise inappropriate.
Difficulty Level
Use the named lawful route and assess your party's abilities. No surveyed accessible bathing entrance or guaranteed easy descent established.
Fee
DEC lists free recreation access. Free trail access is not a swimming permit or a promise of available services.
Facilities
This is wilderness trail access, not a staffed beach. No lifeguard, changing room or potable-water service at the historic pool is established.
Activities
Named hiking, viewpoints or regional recreation where lawful; exact historical bathing permission unresolved.
Phone
518-863-4545
Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
Camping Information
Follow DEC designated-site and primitive-camping rules. Camps along the road or at Huntley Pond are separate from a bathing entrance; no blanket ledge-side camping permission.
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Safety & Access Notice
This information is for general planning only and may be incomplete, outdated, or inaccurate. Access rules, closures, water levels, currents, hazards, and legal restrictions can change at any time. Always verify current rules with the land manager or official source before visiting.
- Do not swim where swimming is prohibited, unsafe, or not clearly allowed.
- Follow posted signs, local regulations, closures, and private-property boundaries.
- Assess conditions on site. Water flow, depth, temperature, and underwater hazards change quickly.
- Never jump or dive without personally confirming depth and underwater obstacles.
- Swim with a buddy and consider flotation for weak or non-swimmers.
- Pack out all trash; respect wildlife and fragile environments.
You are responsible for your own safety and for following all posted signs, laws, and local regulations. Read the full disclaimer.
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Joshua Havens
Founder & Editor, Hidden Swimming Holes
Joshua Havens created Hidden Swimming Holes to make it easier for people to find — and safely visit — natural freshwater swimming destinations across the United States. He researches access conditions, water quality resources, and land management rules so you don't have to start from scratch. He holds a strong belief that good outdoor recreation information should be accurate, honest about its limitations, and freely available.
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