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rustic log steps lead toward a white fire tower atop a mountain incline amid greenery

Azure Mountain: Brisk hike to a firetower

By William Hill

This 2-mile trail in the northern Adirondack rewards hikers with panoramic views

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View from bald face mountain top over tree lines looking toward blue Adirondack mountain vista in the distance.

Ampersand Mountain: 5.2-mile hike, spectacular views

By William Hill

This challenging 5.2-mile hike near Tupper Lake rewards adventurous hikers

Summit vista looking out from side of mountain rock surface toward alpine trees and Adirondack mountains in the distance.

Lake Placid hidden gem: Hiking Seymour Mountain

By Tim Rowland

Why this 2,457-Foot Adirondack peak is the perfect alternative to busy High Peaks

Closed trail at junction point where hikers coming from Marcy Dam would normally continue toward Avalanche Lake.

Landslides close Avalanche Pass trail

By Brenne Sheehan

Several routes in the High Peaks around Mount Colden, Algonquin Peak and Mount Marcy have closed until further notice.

The trail to Scarface Mountain is closed to the summit due to a unsafe bridge. Photo by Mike Lynch

Scarface Mountain Trail in Ray Brook to reopen this fall after bridge replacement

By Mike Lynch

Work to restore access to a popular hiking trail to start in August.

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Moose rules Goodman Mountain: DEC refuses to elaborate on when closure might end

By Brenne Sheehan

No resolution in sight for trail restriction as state officials remain tight-lipped on reopening timeline

Leichter trail farmland

Linger on the Leichter Trail

By Tim Rowland

The 1.5 mile hike provides options for views of High Peaks and Champlain Valley farms

champlain valley sunrise

Celebrating summer in the Adirondacks

By Brenne Sheehan

Kick off the official start of summer with a variety of outdoor activities

Hoisington summit trees and lake

Westport trail network gains community support

By Tim Rowland

Trails around Hoisington Mountain offer scenic views of the Champlain Valley

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The moose that won’t move: DEC closes Goodman Mt. trail after bull moose settles in

By Brenne Sheehan

State officials closed the trail for now, citing safety concerns for both hikers and the animal

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