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Bear Mountain in the foreground with Wyman behind on the top of Buck Mountain.

Unraveling the secrets of Buck Mountain

By Tim Rowland

Unexpected twists and views of more mountains to climb on future trips to this North Hudson spot

Falls on the Boreas.

Hiking the Hewett Eddy Loop: A journey along the Boreas

By Tim Rowland

Thrill and tranquility exist in harmony along the Boreas River

Mary Lamb on publisher Tracy Ormsbee's first hike on Marcy.

The ‘official’ 46 High Peaks in the Adirondacks

By Adirondack Explorer

Ready to hike the tallest mountains in New York state? Here's a list to get you started and track your progress.

Southern peaks from the cliffs on Kate Mountain.

Exploring the uncharted terrain of Kate Mountain

By Tim Rowland

A bushwhack hike up Kate Mountain, the 'Queen of Vermontville'

hiker on moxham mountain

Mad about Moxham

By Lisa Ballard

A hike up Moxham Mountain, a new-ish trail with a rich history and stunning viewpoints

Rocky Peak Ridge and Giant, looking to the southeast from the Blueberry trail system

Customize your outing on Elizabethtown’s Blueberry Hill Trail System

By Tim Rowland

Latest extensions offer hikers of all levels wilderness views, flexible routes

fishing spot on a river

AuSable’s West Branch: A fishing paradise with unmatched scenery

By Tim Rowland

Uncover scenic hiking trails leading to secluded fishing spots in Wilmington

Adirondack 46er hiking boom: High Peaks finishers hitting record numbers

By Mike Lynch

Adirondack 46ers have been growing ranks since 1925 and hitting high numbers in past 10 years

Spectacle Pond with Desolate Hill in the background.

Making a Spectacle in Schroon

By Tim Rowland

Spectacle Pond, a jaunt that follows Spectacle Brook outside of Schroon Lake, makes for great mud season hike

The Adirondack Garden Club does some fossils hunting after planting Crown Point beds on Love Your Park day.

Low-elevation outings perfect for spring adventures

By Mike Lynch

Mud season hiking: Stay safe and go gradual on these low-altitude trails

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