Minerva New York

ESTABLISHED MARCH 17, 1817

Minerva can be called a nature-lover’s paradise, with more than half of the town having been labeled state land. Minerva is a true Adirondack town centrally located and tucked between the mountains. The town is named after Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom.

Minerva is a quiet little town with wonderful family activities such as swimming at Minerva Lake, picnicking at Donnelly Beach, camping at the new campgrounds, hiking on Moxam Mountain, fishing at Minerva Dam, biking, snowmobiling and cross country skiing. Learn More…

Adirondack video featuring Minerva Lake and Donnelly Beach

Minerva Town News

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Public Hearing November 5, 2026 for proposed Local Law 2 of 2026

TOWN OF MINERVA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PROPOSED LOCAL LAW NO. 2 OF 2026 ENTITILED “LOCAL LAW FOR FLOOD DAMAGE PREVENTION AS AUTHORIZED BY THE NEW YORK STATE CONSTITUTION, ARTICLE[…]

Public Hearing on November 5, 2026 for the Preliminary Budget

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2027 PRELIMINARY BUDGET FOR THE TOWN OF MINERVA, ESSEX COUNTY, NEW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Preliminary Budget of the Town of Minerva, Essex[…]

Public Hearing Oct. 15, 2026 at 6:30 for proposed Local Law 1 of 2026

A Public Hearing is set for October 15, 2026 at 6:30 pm, prior to the Regular Town Board Meeting at 7:00 pm PROPOSED LOCAL LAW “TOWN OF MINERVA LOCAL[…]

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A MESSAGE FROM MINERVA TOWN SUPERVISOR

Stephen R. McNally

Welcome to our new website. Every month we will be adding new information and more features to help our residents, vacation friends and first time visitors learn more about what our town has to offer. We are proud of the many services we provide here in Minerva. We have many summer events and hope that you will take a look at our Minerva Lake Camping and Picnic area. Minerva is located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains, a short drive from Albany and the Capital District of New York State. We are close to many tourist and vacation spots. So save gas and visit Minerva Lake.

~Stephen R. McNally, Supervisor