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poor fall color this leaf season

Rating autumn’s leaf season: A disappointing display?

By Tim Rowland

Adirondack photographers, artists seek beauty amidst subdued fall colors

The Sentinels and behind them the Hurricane Wilderness from Flume Knob.

Flume Knob in Wilmington: Short hike with big views

By Tim Rowland

Tech troubles and ranger report woes can melt away on this classic fall outing

The Sacandaga River above Auger Falls.

Exploring Auger Falls on the Sacandaga River

By Tim Rowland

A short jaunt in Wells best done as a loop

knob lock summit

Knob Lock Mountain: Less traffic, more adventure

By Tim Rowland

Late summer is ideal time for hiking Adirondack herd paths

The Rattlesnake Knob trail offers excellent Adirondack views.

Glimpses of the past and present at Rattlesnake Knob

By Tim Rowland

Former Four Peaks Camp adds 600 acres to state-owned land in Jay

View from Kipp Mountain

Unplanned detour leads to serendipitous trek up Chester’s Kipp Mountain

By Tim Rowland

A thwarted day trip turns into a smokehouse visit and a 'Chester Challenge' hike

The High Peaks from Mt. Gilligan.

Gilligan: It may be small, but it deserves respect

By Tim Rowland

With more than 1,400 feet in elevation gain, this overlooked mountain is more than a 'family hike'

The view south from Payne Mountain.

Payne Mountain: A haven for solitude

By Tim Rowland

Twin Valley Preserve trail offers some of the best views in the Champlain Valley

Keene Valley from a Blueberry overlook.

The underrated workout of Blueberry Mountain

By Tim Rowland

A High Peaks-style jaunt with zero parking issues

carl mountain view

Discovering Carl: The unassuming mountain that rises above Poke-o-Moonshine

By Tim Rowland

Key takeaway: Don't underestimate the tame-sounding Carl Mountain

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