Every Boat Ramp on Cranberry Lake

About Cranberry Lake

Cranberry Lake is a remote Adirondack treasure spanning 6,930 acres in St. Lawrence County, making it the third largest lake in the Adirondack Park. What makes Cranberry Lake truly special is its wildly irregular shoreline of 55 miles and 46 islands, creating an extraordinary amount of structure and habitat for fish. Much of the shoreline is bordered by the Cranberry Lake Wild Forest, ensuring a wilderness fishing experience that few lakes in the Northeast can match.

The warm-water fishery at Cranberry Lake is outstanding, with largemouth and smallmouth bass thriving in the lake's abundant structure of fallen timber, rocky points, and weed beds. Northern pike grow to impressive sizes in the marshy bays and backwaters, and walleye provide excellent fishing opportunities, particularly during low-light conditions. Yellow perch and bullhead catfish are plentiful and provide reliable action for anglers seeking a relaxing day on the water.

The tiny hamlet of Cranberry Lake and the nearby community of Wanakena offer basic services in a setting that feels far removed from civilization. The lake's remote location in the northwestern Adirondacks means lighter fishing pressure than more accessible waters, resulting in a higher quality experience for those willing to make the drive. Camping on the lake's islands and exploring its countless coves and channels by canoe or small boat is a time-honored Adirondack tradition.

Nearest towns: Cranberry Lake, Wanakena