Caroga Lake, NY

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Population
448
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,476 ft
Median Home Value
$124,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$55,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Tucked into the southern foothills of the Adirondacks, Caroga Lake offers a classic, unhurried mountain lifestyle set right between East and West Caroga Lakes. Waterfront cabins, quiet boat launches, and pine-shaded campgrounds shape daily life here, especially in the warmer months when neighbors spend their afternoons out on the water. It is a peaceful, heavily wooded community where people move for fresh air, scenery, and a slower pace, while still staying within an easy drive of Gloversville for everyday errands.

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The area has long been a favorite getaway, and that creative energy stays vibrant at the historic Sherman’s property along the shoreline. The former amusement park grounds now host outdoor concerts and community gatherings organized by the Caroga Arts Collective, drawing musicians and residents together by the water all summer. Paired with scenic hiking trails and a welcoming small-town atmosphere, Caroga Lake is an inviting option for anyone looking to settle into Adirondack living.

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