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Jun 22, 2022 · Giant Mountain | Lake Placid, Adirondacks. Route 73, Keene Valley. (518) 523-2445. www.dec.ny.gov. info@lakeplacid.com. More Information. Facilities. Wooded Sites, Lean-tos. Hike Features. Summit. Get Directions. 1 / 5. Available parking at and near trailheads is limited and can fill quickly!
Length: 28.3 mi. The Ridge Trail to Giant Mountain Peak is the best way to access Giant Mountain Peak. This trail is very steep, with almost 3,000 feet of elevation gain over three miles to the summit. Once you arrive at the high peak, the summit views are spectacular.
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- Keene Valley, New York, United States
One of the more accessible and straight-forward high peaks, Giant Mountain is a perfect hike to do as a family or in a larger group. There is a great view from the top, and afterwards, you can cross the road and go for a swim in Chapel Pond.
Oct 12, 2022 · Giant Mountain is one of the most popular peaks in the Adirondacks. This route offers a super fun climb and a crazy scenic descent. Hike Length: 7.5 miles (12.07 km) Total Ascent: 3,600ft (1,097m) Intensity: Difficult Adirondacks Hike. Route Type: Loop. Includes: Blazed Trail, Rock Scrambles, Stream Crossing. Parent : Giant Mountain.
Description. Waypoints. Facilities. Contact. Tips. Getting There. This hike can be done as a point-to-point by shuttling a car. Hike the ridge up Giant and then descend east down Rocky Peak Ridge to enjoy two more Adirondack High Peaks.
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- Keene Valley, New York, United States
- What are some of the facilities available for Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge Trail?This is done as a loop with parking across from Chapel Pond (Exit 30, west on 73) and off of Rt 9 a few miles north of the intersection of Rt 9 and...
- What are some tips to share about Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge Trail?The Chapel Pond Trailhead is across from Chapel Pond several miles north on 73 from the intersection of 73 and Route 9. There is no fee to park th...
- How to get to Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge Trail?I-87 (Northway) to Exit 30, west on 73 to parking areas.
- What is the expected weather this week for Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge Trail?Expected weather for Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak Ridge Trail for the next 5 days is: Sun, December 31 - 30 degrees/partly cloudy Mon, January 1...
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Overview. Standing alone in the St. Huberts area as the twelfth highest in the Adirondack range and is one of the more dramatic peaks in the park. The peak has two dominate ridges that meet at the summit to form a large basin or washbowl on its western side.
Giant Mountain, also known as Giant of the Valley, is a mountain in the Adirondacks in the U.S. state of New York. It is the twelfth-highest peak in New York, with an elevation of 4,627 feet (1,410 m), and one of the 46 High Peaks in Adirondack Park.
