Hiking in the Adirondacks

Mountains have the power to enchant, to excite. To awaken a passion for wild places. Nowhere is this more evident or possible than in the Adirondack Mountains of Northern New York. Adirondack hiking trails are some of the best loved in the country, offering solace and adventure at each turn. More than 2,000 miles of trails wind along forested paths, skip along waterfalls, leading to summits with 360 degree views that extend as far as the eye can see.

Whether it's your first time visiting or your thousandth - the beauty of the Adirondack Mountains will take your breath away.

Not everyone can hike to Mount Marcy's summit - the highest point in all of New York State. Several trails within the Adirondack Park provide handicap accessible options so that everyone can enjoy the rugged beauty of the mountains. Download our FREE Adirondack Great Walks & Day Hikes Guide, a great resource for hikers regardless of skill level. Find the perfect hike for your group, whether it's a leisurely stroll near a quiet lake or a more advanced trail along a waterfall.

From the lowlands in the Adirondack Tughill region, to the island hikes of the Saranac Lake Chains, and the Lake Champlain coast line. From the famed 46 High Peaks Wilderness area stretching from Keene Valley to Lake Placid - there's no better place to fall in love with the wilderness than at the summit of a mountain in the heart of a six-million-acre park. For directions, maps and Adirondack hiking guidelines, check out our Adirondack hiking books & maps list for details.

The interactive hiking map provides descriptions of many less-traveled Adirondack hikes, and a list of nearby accommodations and attractions to help you start planning your Adirondack hiking adventure. Additional trail information can always be found on the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Adirondack Trail Information page.

Who knows what you'll encounter out on the trail? At least you know you'll be comfortable. GORE-TEX® backpacking gear for men is engineered to keep you from becoming cold and wet - or hot and sweaty.

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