Adirondacks trails

The Mount Mansfield Loop provides a challenging but rewarding hike to the highest peak in Vermont. As you climb, the varied terrain offers rocky paths, steep ascents, and exposed ridgelines, culminating in breathtaking panoramic views of the Champlain Valley, the Adirondacks, and the Green Mountains. The…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,900 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,370 ft

Starting from Chapel Pond, the route climbs the Ridge Trail through forest and exposed rock to Ridge Lookout, with early views over Chapel Pond, then reaches Giant Washbowl before linking toward the Roaring Brook Trail junction. The ascent continues over steep open slabs and long ridge sections to Giant…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,383 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,551 ft

Hike from Heart Lake to Mount Marcy, Table Top and Phelps Mountain via Van Hoevenberg Trail, Marcy Dam, Phelps Mountain Trail, Indian Falls and Tabletop Mountain Trail in the High Peaks Wilderness and the Adirondacks Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake #Falls #River #Wilderness #Park

Distance: 18.3 mi • Elevation gain: 5,509 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,289 ft

The Van Hoevenberg Trail to Mount Marcy is one of the most popular routes to summit New York's highest peak. The route offers a mix of forested sections, notable landmarks like the Marcy Dam and Indian Falls with its scenic views of the MacIntyre Range, and a thrilling rock-scramble to the summit as the…

Distance: 15.0 mi • Elevation gain: 3,376 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,289 ft

The Camel’s Hump Loop offers hikers a rewarding climb through dense forests, rugged alpine terrain, and open summit views. Starting on the Forest City Trail, hikers pass remnants of a Civilian Conservation Corps camp before joining the Long Trail, where views open up to showcase Vermont’s high peaks, the…

Distance: 5.6 mi • Elevation gain: 2,293 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,012 ft

The Cascade Mountain Trail in the Adirondacks offers hikers a moderately challenging ascent through dense forests, leading to a bald summit with panoramic views of the surrounding High Peaks. Along the route, hikers can observe the diverse flora of the Adirondack Park and, upon reaching the summit, enjoy…

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,854 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,022 ft

Loop hike to Lyon Mountain Fire Tower via Lyon Mountain Trail and Old Lyon Mountain Trail in the Chazy Highlands State Forest and the Adirondacks Park. #Hiking #Loop #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Park

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,877 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,793 ft

NY Saddleback in Jay

Distance: 3.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,329 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,573 ft