Wells, New York
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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 -
Fort Ann, New York
Buck Mountain via Shelving Rock Road
4.44 mi / 1145 ft gainThere are a few options for this mountain. The route described is the easiest approach and therefore the nicest for a sunset hike. Starting at the trailhead on Shelving Rock Road the sign will read 2.5 miles to the summit. The trail is easy to follow and marked with blue discs. Gentle grade for ...Read more -
Fort Ann, New York
Sleeping Beauty and Bumps & Fishbrook Ponds
6.16 mi / 1138 ft gainParking is available at the end of Dacy Clearing Rd. There are great primitive campsites throughout the area. In winter and mud season you will have to park at the start of Dacy Clearing Rd which adds 1.6 miles each way. From the parking clearing, turn right passing through a gate. Soon you r...Read more -
Old Forge, New York
Bald Mountain (Rondaxe Fire Tower)
1.85 mi / 285 ft gainBald Mountain (Rondaxe Fire Tower) is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Old Forge, New York.Read more -
Newcomb, New York
Goodnow Mountain
5.03.85 mi / 1053 ft gainThe trailhead is located on NY 28N and is marked by a white trailhead sign that you can't miss from the road. The highly used trail starts out fairly level, then at 0.5 miles begins to ascend steeply in some spots the rest of the way to the summit. The hike is 1.95 miles from the parking area to ...Read more -
Long Lake, New York
Owls Head Mountain Fire Tower
5.05.97 mi / 1220 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 -
Old Forge, New York
Nick's Lake Loop
6.04 mi / 394 ft gainThe hike around Nick's Lake is a gentle, beautiful hike near the resort town of Old Forge, New York. Park for free at the Bisby Road Trailhead, or cut two miles off the route and pay to park at Nick's Lake Campground ($10 per car). If you start from Bisby Road, sign in at the trail register then...Read more -
Schenectady, New York
Plotter Kill Preserve Loop
4.36.14 mi / 860 ft gainThere are a few entries into the preserve' however, this hike has you entering off of Mariaville Road. There is a kiosk here and you will enter on the Blue trail. Shortly after you can go out on the Blue trail to view the Upper and Lower Falls from lookouts above. From here, head northeast on ...Read more -
Clemons, New York
Black Mountain Loop
6.79 mi / 1319 ft gainBlack Mountain is located on the Eastern side of Lake George and is the tallest mountain above Lake George. The trailhead is located on Pike Brook Road (off from Hulett's Rd, Route 6) in Clemons, NY. The parking area is about one mile up Pike Brook Road, on the right. This hike to Black Mountain...Read more -
Niskayuna, New York
Lisha Kill Preserve Loop
4.52.22 mi / 200 ft gainThis 2.2 mile loop trail is lightly trafficked and great for all skill levels. Starting out the trail register, you will see signs from The Nature Conservancy which manages the preserve. Descending down a hill with lots of exposed tree roots, you will then cross over the meandering Lisha Kill and...Read more -
Altamont, New York
Wolf Creek Falls Preserve White Trail Loop
3.01.93 mi / 256 ft gainOver 3 miles of trails provide access to all parts of the preserve, and end up winding through mixed terrain including a wetland, waterfalls, and old stone walls. The property crosses the Bozenkill Road at two points on either side of private parcels (with beautiful homes), so be vigilant there; ...Read more -
Ticonderoga, New York
Lost Pond
3.85 mi / 463 ft gainFrom the parking area, follow the trail from the back of the parking area. Very quickly you will hike up to a trail register. The trail is mostly flat with a few inclines and is very well beaten. There are also yellow plastic trail markers to keep you on track. After 1.4 miles you'll reach the ju...Read more