Summit Hikes

Summit Hikes in the Adirondacks

Hikes with a view

Explore Adirondack summit hikes

Here in the Adirondacks you will find plentiful opportunities for hiking no matter what your ability level is. In addition to miles of scenic hikes and paths leading to lakes and ponds along with our Adirondack waterfall hikes there are a multitude of summit hikes. Hiking to the top of a mountain and soaking in the panoramic views is the perfect reward for a day of climbing, knowing you reached the top! On the horizon all around you, spot the beauty that surrounds you, along with the fun in identifying other mountain summits.

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Chimney Mountain

*Until further notice, parking and access to Chimney Mountain has been closed. Keep up to date on access on the NYSDEC website....
Big Brook Road
Indian Lake
12842
  
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Castle Rock

Castle Rock is one of the most popular destinations in the Blue Mountain Lake Region, and rightfully so, it's got an amazing view....
Maple Lodge Road
Blue Mountain Lake
12812
  
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Goodnow Mountain

Goodnow is a very prominent peak when seen from Route 28N. This ragged-looking mountain is home to one of the remaining fire towers...
Route 28N
Newcomb
12852
  
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Bear Pond

With many good parking spots around the Red River bridge, the hike to Bear Pond along the Red River offers miles of access to all...
Hunt Club Road
Inlet
13360
  
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Mud Pond Mountain

Mud Pond Mountain gets little use. It's a real hidden gem! While this area is off limits some of the year, it is open for public...
Kickerville Road
Long Lake
12847
  
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Vista Trail Loop

This moderately difficult trail follows a ridge overlooking the beautiful Fourth Lake. Please note that this route is not as well-...
Route 28
Inlet
13360
  
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Kings Flow East Trail

Public access to the parking area for this hike, located on private land, is closed. Check here for updates.  A quiet outing in any...
Big Brook Road
Indian Lake
12842
  
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Frederica Mountain

Hike across lands where the Nehasane Lodge Great Camp once stood proud in the Adirondack wilderness. Frederica is a lovely mountain...
Lake Lisa Access Road
Long Lake
12847
  
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West Mountain

West Mountain is a former fire tower peak, but even without the steel structure it offers good views from its partially open summit...
Brown's Tract Road
Raquette Lake
13436
  
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Watch Hill

A small mountain with big views, Watch Hill follows a forest road to the base of the hike. Follow the foot trail up to some short ...
Indian Lake
12842
  
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Rocky Mountain

It's a short half-mile climb to Rocky Mountain's summit. The sunset and sunrise views from here can be spectacular. It's no wonder...
Route 28
Eagle Bay
13331
  
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Kane Mountain

In a quiet corner of the Adirondacks sits Kane Mountain. A 60-foot fire tower was constructed here in 1925, making it a very...
Green Lake Road
Arietta
‎12139
  
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Goodman Mountain

This mountain, named after civil rights activist Andrew Goodman, has it all: history, a beautiful walk through the forest, and...
Route 30
Long Lake
12847
  
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Snowy Mountain

Snowy is one of the more demanding hikes in Hamilton County and is also one of the 100 highest highest peaks in the Adirondacks....
Route 30
Indian Lake
12842
  
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Sawyer Mountain

Sawyer is one of the more popular routes in the Indian Lake Region, mainly due to its excellent payoff for little effort. Fun for...
Route 30
Blue Mountain Lake
12812
  
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Wakely Mountain

Wakely Mountain’s 70-foot tower is one of the highest in New York state, and the tower stairs afford an excellent view of the West...
Cedar River Road
Indian Lake
12842
  
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Black Bear Mountain

Black Bear Mountain is a gem in the Inlet area! One of the nice features of the Black Bear Mountain trail is that you can loop over...
Inlet
13360
  
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Bald Mountain

While not part of the Hamilton County Fire Tower Challenge, Bald Mountain is part of the Adirondack Fire Tower Challenge and is a...
Rondaxe Road
Inlet
13360
  
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Good Luck Mountain

Good Luck Mountain is a challenging but fun hike in the southern Adirondacks that leads to great views.  Getting there From the...
Route 10
Lake Pleasant
12108
  
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Tomany Mountain

This route is NOT officially maintained. It is strongly recommended you bring a map and compass to navigate off-trail. Getting...
Route 10
Lake Pleasant
12108
  
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Lows Overlook

Lows Overlook is such a beautiful destination; it's hard to put a description into words! Overlooking the breathtaking Bog River,...
Route 421
Piercefield
12973
  
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Coney Mountain

As far as views go, this is one of the best in the area and should not be missed. The waters of Tupper Lake can be seen to the...
Route 30
Long Lake
12847
  
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Owls Head Mountain

Owls Head Mountain is part of the Sargent Ponds Wild Forest, which covers an impressive approximate 45,000 acres. This rather...
Endion Road
Long Lake
12847
  
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Echo Cliff-Panther Mountain

Discover Echo Cliff on Panther Mountain! This popular hike near Piseco, NY, offers well-worn trails and occasional steep sections,...
Piseco
12139
  
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Pillsbury Mountain Fire Tower

Pillsbury Mountain is one of those peaks that has a spectacular, remote, backcountry feel. A maze of scenic backroads will get you...
Lake Pleasant
12108
  
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Baldface Mountain

Combine paddling and hiking for this fun adventure! By the numbers Distance: 1.6 miles round trip Elevation gain: 550 feet...
Indian Lake
12842
  
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