The Pinnacle via Red Trail

Bolton Landing, New York

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Distance

2.06 miles

Elevation Gain

541 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

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Added by Nikki Romaglia

The Pinnacle via Red Trail is a great, easy hike with views of Lake George, near Bolton Landing, NY. There is a small parking lot at the trailhead with overflow cars parking alongside the street.

This hike is along an out-and-back trail that is a little over 2 miles total and full of beautiful views!

Dogs are permitted on a leash.

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The Pinnacle via Red Trail Reviews

Nikki Romaglia

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The Pinnacle via Red Trail

02/27/25

Did this hike in fall of 2024. Was SO worth it. The view at the top was unbelieveable. Easy to find, after driving a couple of miles up some winding mountain roads. Elevation gain was not bad at all. At the top there was a rock ledge where people were eating lunch and taking a break before heading back down. Awesome little excursion if in the Saratoga/Lake George area!

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