Adirondack Hiking
Lyon Mountain is one of the toughest fire tower hikes, with an elevation higher than one of the official 46ers, it marks the highest point in Clinton County. Given its more northerly location than the other fire tower hikes, the tower provides you with unique views of Montreal’s skyline to the north and Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains to the east.
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Hike St. Regis Mountain in the northern Adirondacks — 6.6 miles, 1,266 ft of gain, near 360° views and NY's longest-operating historic fire tower.
Whether you are completing the fire tower challenge or looking for a day hike in the Long Lake area, Owls Head Fire Tower is a great choice. Less popular than Blue Mountain Fire Tower, this family-friendly hike is often less crowded and offers great views for its moderate climb.
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Located in Corinth, NY, the Spruce Mountain is an out-and-back hike to a 73-foot tall fire tower that awards you with 360-degree views from the top. The tower was refurbished and opened in the spring of 2015 along with a new trail to the summit.
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Hike Kane Mountain near Caroga Lake, NY — a 2.3-mile loop with 570 ft of ascent to a historic 1926 fire tower on the National Register, with sweeping southern views.
