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Family Friendly Hikes
Here are some relatively easy hikes in the Adirondacks.
Please read descriptions to ensure that the hikes are
suitable for you and your family.
High Peaks/Lake Placid Area
- Baker Mountain A small but interesting mountain near Saranac Lake.
- Goodnow Mountain A 1.9 mile hike to a fire tower.
- Poko-O-Moonshine A hike in the northern part of the Adirondacks with great views of Vermont and Lake Champlain. It also has a restored fire tower.
- Mount Jo ADK's own mountain, on the north shore of Heart Lake (photo). Two trails lead to the top of this 2876 ft. peak. For a description of the trail, please see ADK's (guide to) ADIRONDACK TRAILS - High Peaks Region 13th Edition, pp. 140-141.
- Owl's Head A 0.6 mile 460 foot climb of a mountain with many fine views.
Central Adirondacks
- Paul's Ledge A quiet treasure of the central Adirondacks.
- Sawyer Mountain A popular hike north of Indian Lake.
Inlet Old Forge Area
- Bubb & Sis Lakes A pleasant walk in the woods to two Adirondack lakes.
Lake George Area
- Cat Mountain A longer walk, but a great view.
- Deer Leap 1.7 miles from the Tongue Mountain Trailhead on Route 9N to an overlook above Lake George. See ADK's (guide to) ADIRONDACK TRAILS - Eastern Region 2nd Edition, pp. 138, 153.
- Pilot Knob Ridge A great introduction to the hiking pleasures of the eastern shore of Lake George.
- Shelving Rock Falls
- Shelving Rock Mountain One of the easiest climbs in the Adirondacks.
- Thomas Mountain A gentle walk to a great view.
Southern Adirondacks
- Hadley Mountain A restored fire tower allows great views in all directions.
For family friendly hikes in Catskills, consult Catskill Day Hikes for All Seasons by Carol and David White, available at ADK's online store.