Coney Mountain

View from Coney Mountain

One of the best short hikes in the Adirondacks. This 2.2 mile round trip offers an outstanding 360 degree view.

Directions From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 12 miles watch for the DEC sign and parking lot on the right. The lot …

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Hitchens Pond Overlook

Hitchens Pond Overlook

This is where locals take their friends to show off how great it is to live in the Adirondacks. An attractive walk to a view that elicits "wow" from all who see it.

Directions From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 13 miles turn …

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Winding Falls - Bog River

Winding Falls, Bog River

An easy hike to one of the best waterfalls in the Adirondacks. Longer loop trips are also possible.

Directions From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 13 miles turn left onto NY Route 421. Signs point the way to the “Bog River and Lows …

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Goodman Mountain

Goodman Mountain from Coney Mountain

Next door to Coney Mountain, the Goodman mountain climb is slightly harder, and the views are not quite as good, but, it's a lot less crowded.

Directions From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 13 miles watch for the DEC post sign on the …

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Bridge Brook Pond

Winding Falls, Bog River

The trail to Bridge Brook and Black Ponds is attractive, but its' main appeal is that there is nothing special about it. Which means that on most days you'll have the place all to yourself.

Directions From Long Lake, drive north on Route 30 towards Tupper Lake. After about 13 …

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