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High Peaks Wilderness. 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
Giant Mountain is the twelfth-highest peak in the High Peaks Region of the Adirondack Park, in New York, USA. The peak is also known as "Giant of the Valley," due to its stature looking over Keene Valley and St. Huberts to the west.
- 4,626 feet
- USGS Elizabethtown
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. Lean-tos, Wooded Sites. Hike Features. Summit. Get Directions. 1 / 5. Available parking at and near trailheads is limited and can fill quickly!
The 23,100-acre Giant Mountain Wilderness is part of the Adirondack Forest Preserve. The wilderness is predominately mountain country containing two peaks above 4,000 feet elevation - its namesake Giant Mountain and Rocky Peak. Other natural features include Giant Washbowl, Giant's Nubble, Hopkins Mountain, and Roaring Brook Falls.
Experience this 8.0-mile point-to-point trail near Keene Valley, New York. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 14 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Preview trail.
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- Keene Valley, New York, United States
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.
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