 NY 74 runs mostly parallel to the lake and intersects with a local campground entrance road as it continues eastward from Schroon.Cotters Pond is a small landmark located beyond a few mountains and hills on the southern side of NY 74 near the end of Paradox Lake.Cotters Pond, by state law, is a water body that cannot be used for baitfishing; this was designated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.