Adirondack Hiking Information

Below and above are links for just some of the many hikes that are available in the Adirondacks.  We will be updating the links from time to time, so stop back and check out the new additions.  Hiking in the Adirondacks is very popular, especially in the fall.  There are over 1800 miles of trails in the park.

Is there a place in the Adirondacks you'd like to see us hike and feature on the website?  Contact us!

BE AWARE: Back country hiking trails can be rugged and rough - they are not maintained as park walkways - wear proper footwear!

REMEMBER: Weather and trail conditions can change rapidly, especially during fall, winter and spring. It could be warm or hot during the day and then temperatures can drop dramatically over night. Plan and prepare accordingly.  What's in your backpack?  Be prepared even for a short day hike!

BE PREPARED!  It could be the difference between life and death!

• Check current weather conditions and short-term forecast immediately before hiking.
• Dress properly with:
  • Appropriate outer wear and foot wear (including crampons)
  • Layers of non-cotton clothes (hat & gloves)
  • Pack extra clothes and socks
• Pack an ensolite pad to rest on and insulate your body from cold surfaces.
• Pack a bivy sack or space blankets for extra warmth.
• Always carry a flashlight and extra batteries.
• Matches, lighter or other fire starter
• Extra food
• Maps/Guide Book/Compass/GPS

We've used a Garmin eTrex Vista HCX for about four years now and am very happy how it performs for the cost of the unit.  We use rechargeable batteries and usually have about 12-14 hours of life for the GPS (as long as you don't leave the backlight on).

The Adirondack Park is a six-million acre patchwork of public and private lands located in northeastern New York. The area was designated in 1892 to protect the region from uncontrolled forest clearing that was common during the 1800s. Today, the Park contains a thriving mix of forests, wetlands, waterways, and human settlement.

The Adirondack Forest Preserve is defined as the 2.6 million acres of state land within the Adirondack Park.  Look below for a list of all the different state lands located within this amazing park as well as a few of the hundreds of possible hikes in the Adirondacks.  You'll find more Adirondack hike links from the different state land pages.

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Here are some books we would recommend for planning your Adirondack Adventure:

•  Guide To Adirondack Trails - High Peaks Region
•  Five-Star Trails in the Adirondacks: A Guide to the Most Beautiful Hikes
•  Guide To Adirondack Trails: West-Central Region
•  Guide To Adirondack Trails: Eastern Region
•  Guide To Adirondack Trails: Southern Region
•  Hiking the Adirondacks: Guide to 42 of the Best Hiking Adventures in the Adirondacks
•  Adirondack Trails with Tales: History Hikes through the Adirondack Park
•  Discover the Central Adirondacks
•  Discover the Adirondack High Peaks
•  Discover the Northern Adirondacks
•  Discover the Eastern Adirondacks
•  Discover the West Central Adirondacks including the Moose River Plains
•  Discover the Northeastern Adirondacks
•  Discover the Southeastern Adirondacks
•  Discover the South Central Adirondacks

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List of just some of the many hikes available in Adirondack Park

More Adirondack Trail Information from the NY DEC website:

• Trail Information for the Northern Adirondacks - General trail information, closures and notices for the northern portion of the Adirondack Mountains
• Trail Information for the Northeastern Adirondacks - General trail information, closures and notices for the northeastern portion of the Adirondack Mountains and the Lake Champlain islands.
• Trail Information for the High Peaks - General trail information, closures and notices for the High Peaks region of the Adirondack Mountains
• Trail Information for the Central and Southern Adirondacks - General trail information, closures and notices for the central and southern portion of the Adirondack Mountains
• Trail Information for the Eastern Adirondacks - General trail information, closures and notices for the eastern portion of the Adirondack Mountains
• Trail Information for the Southeastern Adirondacks - General trail information, closures and notices for the portion of the Adirondack Mountains east of Lake George

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Are you planning a backpacking trip?  Check out any of these books to help you prepare:

• Backpacker's Field Manual: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering Backcountry Skills

• The Backpacker's Handbook

• Trailside Guide: Hiking and Backpacking

• Trail Food: Drying and Cooking Food for Backpacking

• Fork in the Trail: Mouthwatering Meals and Tempting Treats for the Backcountry

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List of the different state lands within Adirondack Park

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