9 m away
Adirondack Great Range
A highly sought after epic traverse of the Adirondack Great Range.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 33 km
- Ascent
- 3.5 km
- Descent
- 3.5 km
Eastern Ridge High Peaks Loop
Five peaks and a hike along Ore Bed Brook
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
- Duration
- 7-8 hrs
- Low Point
- 311 m
- High Point
- 1.4 km
- Gradient
- 20˚
Start at the Rooster Comb trailhead and hit several peaks on your way up to Gothics. Once you get to the bottom hike along the river until you get back to town and follow the road back to the trailhead. There is a lean to located on Ore Bed Brook Trail that you can camp at on the way back.
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Medium Exposure
The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.
Remoteness
Away from help but easily accessed.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Water features
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
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12 m away
Rooster Comb and Snow Mountain Loop
A day hike with views of the Great Range and Keene Valley.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 9.2 km
- Ascent
- 615 m
- Descent
- 615 m
2.4 km away
Upper Wolfjaw, Armstrong, and Gothics Loop
A challenging hike showcasing some of the best views on the Great Range.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 22 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
2.4 km away
Big Slide, Yard Mountain, and The Brothers
A incredibly scenic loop with multiple summits and a return trip along Johns Brook .
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 16 km
- Ascent
- 967 m
- Descent
- 967 m
2.4 km away
Mount Marcy via Phelps Trail
A popular approach to Mount Marcy with overnight options at Johns Brook Lodge.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 27 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
8.9 km away
Cascade and Porter Mountains
An easier hike bagging 2 of the 46 High Peaks.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.7 km
- Ascent
- 706 m
- Descent
- 706 m
8.9 km away
Cascade and Porter Mountains | C'est Notre Monde
A unique panorama of the High Peaks
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 8.8 km
- Ascent
- 704 m
- Descent
- 704 m
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