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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, spot the beauty that surrounds you, along with the fun in identifying other mountain summits.

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Goodnow Mountain
Route 28N
Newcomb, NY 12852
Goodnow is a very prominent peak when seen from Route 28N. This ragged-looking mountain is home to one of the remaining fire towers in the Adirondacks.
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The view of mountains and a large lake from above
Owls Head Mountain
Endion Road
Long Lake, NY 12847
Owls Head Mountain is part of the Sargent Ponds Wild Forest, which covers an impressive approximate 45,000 acres. This rather prominent peak in the Long Lake area is made up of four separate summits, two of which are referred to as the horns.
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The fire tower adds more scenic possibilities.
Coney Mountain
Route 30
Long Lake, NY 12847
Hiking to Coney Mountain's summit, complete with a 360 degree view, is a must-do in the Tupper Lake area. The waters of Tupper Lake can be seen to the north as well and the wooded hills of the Horseshoe Lake Wild Forest to the west.
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Great views and a sense of accomplishment when the summit is reached.
Wakely Mountain
Cedar River Road
Indian Lake, NY 12842
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 Canada Lakes Wilderness to the south and great views of the High Peak
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The Wakely Mountain Firetower offers the best views from the wooded summit.
Sawyer Mountain
Route 30
Blue Mountain Lake, NY 12812
Sawyer Mountain is one of the more popular routes in the Indian Lake Region, mainly due to its excellent payoff for little effort. While the trail doesn't go to Sawyer's true summit, it does end in a spectacular view.
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Gorgeous views from the summit of Sawyer Mountain.
Pillsbury Mountain Fire Tower
Lake Pleasant, NY 12108
Pillsbury Mountain is one of those peaks that has a spectacular, remote, backcountry feel. A maze of scenic backroads will get you there, but you need to take it slow as they can be very rough at times.
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A firetower shining in the sun
Chimney Mountain
Big Brook Road
Indian Lake, NY 12842
*Until further notice, parking and access to Chimney Mountain has been closed. Keep up to date on access on the NYSDEC website.
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Kane Mountain
Green Lake Road
Arietta, NY ‎12139
Kane Mountain's 60-foot fire tower was constructed in 1925, restored in 2003, and offers great views of Canada Lake in the southern Adirondacks.
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A kid in Kane Mountain fire tower
Bald Mountain
Rondaxe Road
Inlet, NY 13360
While not part of the Hamilton County Fire Tower Challenge, Bald Mountain is part of the Adirondack Fire Tower Challenge and is a great “bang for your b
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This is a fire tower hikes with an extra rocky ridge to walk on.
Lows Overlook
Route 421
Piercefield, NY 12973
The hike to Lows Overlook (aka Lows Ridge or Hitchins Pond Overlook) ends in a stunning view from a summit cliff. Overlooking the breathtaking Bog River, many Wilderness Areas, and Lows Lake, the views here will leave you inspired to explore this area
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The hike to Lows Overlook ends with a gorgeous vista.
Vista Trail Loop
Route 28
Inlet, NY 13360
This moderately difficult trail follows a ridge overlooking the beautiful Fourth Lake. Please note that this route is not as well-used as others in the area, so it might be overgrown in places.
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A hiker walks up a
West Mountain
Brown's Tract Road
Raquette Lake, NY 13436
West Mountain (not the ski hill) is a former fire tower peak, but even without the steel structure it offers good views from its partially open summit. West Mountain is within the Pigeon Lake Wilderness Area.
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A variety of terrain and scenic vistas on the West Mountain trail.
Goodman Mountain
Route 30
Long Lake, NY 12847
Goodman Mountain, named after civil rights activist Andrew Goodman, has it all: history, a beautiful walk through the forest, and great views from the summit. During the summer of 2014, the NYSDEC created a trail to the summit of Goodman Mountain.
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There's a bald summit with great views.
Rocky Mountain
Route 28
Eagle Bay, NY 13331
Rocky Mountain is popular mountain in the Inlet area that is good for sunrises and sunsets, and while a short climb, is fairly steep in spots.
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Rocky Mountain summit area
Frederica Mountain
Lake Lisa Access Road
Long Lake, NY 12847
Hike across lands where the Nehasane Lodge Great Camp once stood proud in the Adirondack wilderness. Frederica is a lovely mountain with excellent views of Lake Lila and the William C.
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The view of a large lake from a rocky ledge
Good Luck Mountain
Route 10
Lake Pleasant, NY 12108
Good Luck Mountain is a challenging hike in the southern Adirondacks that leads to great views. This area also has a climbing crag called the Good Luck Cliffs.
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The top of the cliffs has the best view.
Mud Pond Mountain
Kickerville Road
Long Lake, NY 12847
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 recreation from August 23 to June 23 when the Boy Scout camp is not in session.
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Fall views from Mud Pond Mountain are jaw-dropping!
Bear Pond
Hunt Club Road
Inlet, NY 13360
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 types of terrain.
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