Pottersville, New York
Top Spots in and near Pottersville
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Lake Placid, New York
Great Range Traverse
20.15 mi / 6680 ft gainThe Summits: Mt. Marcy, Mt. Haystack, Little Haystack, Basin, Saddleback, Gothics, Armstrong, Upper Wolf Jaw, Lower Wolf Jaw, Hedgehog and Roostercomb. Total distance is around 25 Miles and an elevation change of over 17,600 feet (gain and loss). You will need to carry enough water for the day as...Read more -
Lake Placid, New York
Hike to Street and Nye Mountains
4.08.4 mi / 2500 ft gainStreet Mountain is number 31 at 4,166’ and Nye Mountain is number 45 at 3,895’ on the list of 46ers. The trails to both peaks are not maintained making these “trailless peaks”, but there is a pretty defined herd path and cairns, making it fairly easy to follow.Parking is at the Adirondack High P...Read more -
Lake Placid, New York
Hike Mount Jo
4.8This short hike offers exceptional views, perfect for late night sunsets and early morning sunrises. Take a lunch date to the summit and enjoy overlooking Heart Lake and New York's highest peak, Mt. Marcy. The trail to Mt. Jo trailhead is located at the enterance station near the parking lot at t...Read more -
Castleton, Vermont
Hike around Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park
Taconic Mountains Ramble State Park is a unique collection of hiking trails and walking paths that meander more than 204 acres of fields, forests, gorges, cliffs, and gardens. The best way to explore these enchanting trails is to pack a picnic and lace up your hiking boots for a full-day ramble. ...Read more -
North Elba, New York
Hike Cascade & Porter Mountains
4.74.8 mi / 1900 ft gainCascade 4,098ft and Porter 4,084ft are two easy peaks which are usually hiked together. The trail starts on Rt 73 and you starts climbing up slowly but not challenging at all. Is 2.4 mIles to summit of cascade, the last 0.2 miles is a open rock scrambling but I'm the winter when the weather is b...Read more -
Keene, New York
Explore the Cascade Lakes, NY
4.0Just off Route 73, in between Lake Placid and Keene, in the gorgeous Adirondack Mountains sits two of the most beautiful lakes and get this...you can park RIGHT on the bank, open the hatch and chill. Don't pass this one up.There is a little gravel road right off the highway that leads to the midd...Read more -
Long Lake, New York
Camp along Section 2 of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail
The Northern Forest Canoe Trail is a 740-mile paddling trail with the western terminus located in Old Forge, New York and the eastern terminus in Fort Kent, Main. Section Two is a 42.4 mile journey in the Adirondacks of New York from Long Lake to Saranac Lake. There are primitive campsites and ...Read more -
Long Lake, New York
Canoe from Long Lake to Tupper Lake in the Adirondacks
This is a 3-4 day adventure that begins with part of the Northern Forest Canoe Trail. Rent a canoe at a local outfitter and make arrangements for your vehicle shuttle. They will drive your car to the end point of the adventure. A couple of options include St. Regis Canoe Outfitters and Raquette...Read more -
Lake Pleasant, New York
Hike Pillsbury Mountain Fire Tower
5.0Pillsbury Mountain is a fairly short but satisfying hike, ending with beautiful views of surrounding mountain ranges and lakes, and home to a defunct ranger station and fire tower. To get to the parking area within the Perkins Clearing wilderness area, head north on Route 30 out of Speculator and...Read more -
Lake Pleasant, New York
Backpack to Cedar Lakes Lean-to #2 in the West Canada Lakes Wilderness
5.3 mi / 705 ft gainKnow before you go! It’s a bumpy road in and a bumpy road out so be sure your vehicle is ready to handle a long, winding dirt and rocky road back to the trail head. The road is approximately 7 miles to the trailhead starting on Jessup River Road off of State Route 30 in Speculator, NY. Follow Jes...Read more -
Long Lake, New York
Hike to Owls Head Mountain Fire Tower in Sargent Ponds Wild Forest
5.06.2 mi / 1500 ft gainOwls Head Mountain is an Adirondack Fire Tower Mountain with an elevation of 2,812 feet. It is located in Long Lake in the Sargent Ponds Wild Forest and is a 6.2 mile out and back round trip hike. The trail head is located on Endion Ln, 2 miles north of the hamlet of Long Lake heading towards Tup...Read more -
Long Lake, New York
Buttermilk Falls
0.17 mi / 36 ft gainButtermilk Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Long Lake, New York.Read more -
Lake Placid, New York
Cross Country Ski & Snowshoe at the Cascade Ski Center
15 miSpend a blissful day at Cascade Ski Center in the heart of the Adirondacks at Lake Placid, New York. This Nordic Ski Center has over 15 miles of groomed trails for cross country skiing and snowshoeing with rentals available. The Center also hosts a full-service bar and restaurant, as well as seve...Read more -
Poultney, Vermont
Camp on Mount St. Catherine
5.0Looking for the best view in all of Poultney, Vermont? Look no further than Lake St. Catherine Mountain. Located within Deane's Nature Preserve, this fast and easy hike tops as one of the best views and camping spots for the little time and energy needed to reach the summit. Only 30-45 minutes fr...Read more -
Keene, New York
Rock Climb Owl's Head Mountain
Owls Head Mountain is a hot spot when it comes to hiking. For climbers, it's a great crag to hone in your skills and practice moving fluidly. The height of the wall is on the smaller side, I'd say somewhere around 50-55 feet. The view and rock quality, however, that is the real draw. Once you've...Read more -
Lake Placid, New York
Ice Skate Mirror Lake
Looking for ice skating a bit more off the beaten path? Try Mirror Lake! Open 24/7! The best place to start is at the south end of the lake where you can also find a nearby shop to rent skates if you don't have them. If you do not feel like going on the 2 mile loop around the lake, you can stick ...Read more