Mount Jo stands 700 ft. over Heart Lake near ADK Loj south of Lake Placid in the heart of the High Peaks Wilderness of the Adirondacks.  Mount Jo has two trails that lead to its summit.  The summit offers spectacular views of the High Peaks, especially the MacIntyre range.  On most days there is a summit steward to assist in any questions that a hiker might have.

There is a parking fee.  Parking is available for approximately 200 cars at a charge of $9 per day (ADK members pay $3 per day).

Directions:

FROM THE SOUTH: Take the Adirondack Northway (I-87) to Exit 30. Turn left on NY 73 toward Keene and Lake Placid, continue on NY 73 for 26.5 miles. Turn left on Adirondak Loj Road (High Peaks Trailhead sign). It is five miles to the Loj.

FROM THE NORTH: Take the Adirondack Northway (I-87) to Exit 34, Keeseville. Follow NY 9N to Jay and NY 86 to Lake Placid. Turn left on NY 73 before going through Lake Placid. In three miles look for the High Peaks Trailhead sign and turn right on Adirondak Loj Road. It is five miles to the Loj.

FROM THE WEST: Take NY 3 or NY 86 into Saranac Lake. Continue on NY 86 through Lake Placid. At the third traffic light, turn right on to NY 73 towards Keene. In three miles look for the High Peaks Trailhead sign and turn right onto the Adirondak Loj Road. It is five miles to the Loj.