Mountain Spot
Algonquin Peak
North Elba
The climb becomes pleasant once you enter the arctic alpine zone
Bring poles or the descent will destroy your knees
Don't be a city slicker — come prepared with proper gear
Climb 3,600 feet through steep, rocky terrain into an arctic alpine zone where the view opens up to Adirondack peaks and lakes below. New York's second-highest summit rewards the effort with serious bragging rights.
They recommend it:
Google
(117)
4.9
Mountain Spot
Algonquin Peak
North Elba
The climb becomes pleasant once you enter the arctic alpine zone
Bring poles or the descent will destroy your knees
Don't be a city slicker — come prepared with proper gear
Climb 3,600 feet through steep, rocky terrain into an arctic alpine zone where the view opens up to Adirondack peaks and lakes below. New York's second-highest summit rewards the effort with serious bragging rights.
They recommend it:
Google
(117)
4.9
What are you into?
- Challenging hike
- Arctic alpine zone
- Summit views
- Adirondack high peaks
- North Elba