Adirondack Hiking

#22 Armstrong Mountain

Named after Thomas Armstrong, a local lumberman in the 1800s, Armstrong isn’t one of the most popular peaks in the area and is often hiked in conjunction with the Wolfjaws and Gothics.

Challenge: 46 High Peaks

Macomb is one of the unmarked peaks in the Dix Wilderness, and while easy to hike by itself, it is often hiked in conjunction with the Dix peaks and Hough, particularly given that the trailhead is quite remote.

The Trans Adirondack Route

What generally comes as a surprise to most is that the Adirondack Park boasts its own long-distance trails that are very popular among those seeking to escape the routine of day to day life – the Northville-Placid and the Trans Adirondack Route.

Hudson Gorge Primitive Area · Indian Lake Region · Waterfalls

OK Slip Falls

OK Slip Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the Adirondacks, was inaccessible for public exploration until the state bought the land from the Adirondack Nature Conservancy in 2013. The trail ends with a couple scenic overlooks that offer great views of the waterfall that drops over 200 feet into a gorge.

Challenge: 46 High Peaks

#46 Couchsachraga Peak

Couchsachraga (pronounced “Kook-sa-cra-ga” and affectionately called “Couchy” by locals) is the lowest of the 46ers (and not actually above 4,000 feet), but don’t let that fool you – it is a trailless peak that is in a remote location, making it challenging despite its low elevation.