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    Cascade Mountain

    4.7 (17 reviews)

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    Climbing
    Lee D.

    Hiking this mountain is considered a "beginner" 46er hike (one of the 46 peaks over 4000 feet in the Adirondacks) but wow did it kick our butts! The up was not so bad but the down had our knees screaming. But the views were so very worth it! Scrambling up rocks for the last 200 or so Feet yields 360 degree views. You can see the bobsled track and ski jumps in Lake Placid. We enjoyed a beautiful early autumn day and it was warm at the top. We didn't think we needed sunscreen because much of the hike is under tree cover but the top is exposed and you'll want to enjoy time up there. This is a heavily trafficked hike so I recommend you go during the week if possible (or else very early in the morning). Also recommend hiking poles.

    Fall views up top!
    Pre A.

    So, funny story. My SO and I were planning on hiking up Black Mountain the day we decided to go up Cascade Mountain. I can be pretty spontaneous and am so glad we did this hike. It was our first peak, and it was a good one as there are two you can finish out of the 46 if you decide to do this climb. We mostly just had water on the way up but it's all we needed, except maybe a first aid kit. This hike took us a total of 5 hours up and back, but we spent a lot of time stopping (for photography and resting) and a decent time up top. It is considered an easier hike but I didn't think it was easy - I would probably consider it a moderate hike for somebody who doesn't have a lot of hiking experience with mountains. The day we went it was also raining and muddy so that slowed us down a little but it was scattered rain so it was not too bad. The hardest part for me was towards the top, I'm not used to going up large rocks but I was up for the challenge and the view was very rewarding. I recommend it highly and would do it again!

    GT W.

    This was a great hike not too far from Lake Placid/Mirror Lake. AllTrails ranks this as moderate difficulty. I would say Medium+ to Hard is more accurate. It is a 4.4 mi out and back trail is almost straight up the mountain with 1900 feet in elevation change. Several sections require you to grab onto trees and footings can be tricky. I would recommend bringing climbing poles, but most hikers did not have them. It was a MUCH easier ascent than Giant Mountain, which I would consider Very Hard and where climbing poles were a must. Once you reach the summit, there is a huge, exposed rock that can relax on and enjoy the panoramic views. It's a big bang for your buck so to speak. AllTrails link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/cascade-mountain--2

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    Emma S.

    This hike is a must do bucket list kinda activity. The view is awesome, and the hike up and back is doable. Some people hiked up in the dark, of course using a headlamp, and said sunrise was glorious.

    Jacquelyn And Austin F.

    It is rated a 2 out of 7 which seems to be a little out there however this was our first mountain hike in the Adirondacks. This mountain will definitely push you, and I wouldn't consider it to be on the mild side. We are in pretty good shape and still found ourselves exhausted and needing breaks. If you are not used to the altitude, consider taking it slow. Most of the hike is scaling rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots rather than athletic shoes otherwise prepare for blisters. The whole hike took us about 5 hours but we spent about an hour up top to have lunch and took it slow coming down. It shouldn't be a race, take in the beauty of nature instead. Views are breathtaking and seriously make the whole ordeal worth it. Towards the top of the mountain it gets a little icy so be careful! But seriously, if you are going to hike this, don't fucking litter. I don't care to see what past travelers have eaten on their way up or bags of dog poop carelessly left on the sides of the trail. Also, smoking? C'mon. We had a guy sit up top and smoke a cigar. Rather than inhaling the mountain air, I smelled a cheap-ass Black 'n' Mild. Be considerate!!! Advice? Pack snacks and enough water. We packed trail mix, snack cakes, sandwiches and granola bars. Every time we stopped we ate even if we weren't hungry just to fuel our sugar and maintain energy. Bring a windbreaker or hoodie for when you arrive at the top, the longer you stay up there the colder it gets. Strap snow grips to your boots to avoid slipping on the ice, otherwise take it slow. Oh yeah, and try a taste of the water from the waterfall down at the bottom! So fresh and cold, made for a refreshing break, we even gathered some in our thermos it was so good.

    Cairn leading us on our way to the top
    Sam B.

    For starters, just gotta throw it out there that the Porta potties at the trailhead were the cleanest ones I've ever been in my life. This hike kicked my out-of-shape ass, but was well worth it to knock off 2 high peaks off the list. The trailhead is located very closely off the highway, if you see a few cars just parked on the side of the road then you've got the right spot. I recommend using the all trails app if you're having trouble getting to the trail head. You can reach both Cascade and Porter high peaks via this trail. I would recommend doing porter first (which is an extra 1.4 miles to go there and back) because Cascade definitely offers a better view. It's nice to sit, relax and take in the views on the top of Cascade, we packed lunch and enjoyed it up there. The trails are well maintained and have wooden planks in spots at the top that tend to get wet and sloppy. The hike is mainly very rocky and has about a 2,000ft elevation change. According to my Fitbit it was equivalent to hiking 240 flights of stairs. Definitely a good workout, and the views are rewarding. There were children and even dogs on the trail, would be a nice hike to start off the 46er list!

    Summit of Cascade
    Hope C.

    A great moderate hike. It will push you, but it's on the manageable side in terms of the 46ers. I know the other reviewer remarks that it's a grueling 4.5 hrs, but we did it much faster. My husband and I finished the hike in just under 3 hours, even while spending a decent amount of time taking everything in at the top. We're not the most athletic people out there, but we do hike quite a bit and also go running short distances regularly. We didn't stop for any breaks on the way up or down though, so factor this in when planning your day. The trailhead is just by the cascade lakes off route 73 and starts off very innocently. It's flat with several rocks for about 15 minutes or so, but then the ascent will get you. The part that makes this hike so accessible is that after a steep section, there's usually a more flat section for you to catch your breath and steady yourself. Children ages 10 and over may enjoy this moderate hike as a good introduction to the high peaks 46ers once they've mastered some easier ones. The top 0.3 miles is basically straight up over some steep rocky ledges that will require using a lot of core and upper body strength. There's a lookout about 10 minutes prior to the summit that's beautiful within its own rights. The views are astounding! Going down isn't too bad as long as you have strong knees and quads. It was super muddy when we did it, and my legs were covered in mud by the end. But my face was covered with a big fat smile! Love the high peaks!

    View from the top
    Valerie K.

    Worth it but it's difficult. The 46 peak book says to estimate an hour per mile and half and hour per 1,000 feet of elevation if you are trying to figure out how long it will take you. You can pair this hike with the hike to the peak of Porter mountain because the base is the same. The top of Cascade is complete steep rock that involves a ladder and it was very windy when I was up there. It's highly trafficked. The porta pottys at the trailhead were DISGUSTING and there is also one at the top that I did not check out. Bring a lot of water and a snack. They use a 1-7 ranking for the high peaks and this is a 2. I've also done Whiteface, which is a 4 and based on that I think the 2 rating is fair. The ascent to the peak is short but difficult but the overall hike isn't "that bad" assuming you are a fairly avid hiker. I wouldn't recommend this for a novice or kids. Hiking boats with good trend, hiking poles, hat, sunscreen, back pack are all recommended. Also, it's not that I dislike dogs but I don't know your dog and the trail requires it to be on a leash so put your dog on a leash and pick up after it. While I'm at it, no one wants to hear your music coming out of your speaker, we're here for the tranquility of the mountain. Also, hiking etiquette requires that you yield to the person hiking up.

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    The Ridge Trail

    The Ridge Trail

    (2 reviews)

    This is one of those things you shouldn't review because you don't want it overloaded with others,…read morewhere the selfish gene blooms. But, this is also one of those things you must-must-must review because it's the best damn thing God & Mother Nature ever could have birthed. And, sure, reviewing a trail seems strange, but this is the Adirondacks -- and there's a fine chance someone is looking for the hike of their life; this is it. I've hiked a bit, yes, but I've never climbed a mountain, let alone two -- and that's what this trail offers. All told you'll be ascending just about 8,700 feet of elevation (yeah, I know, in one hike). You can "bag 2" of the 46 peaks over 4,000 ft. elev are on this trail. If you hike in on the West end (like us) you'll climb Giant Mtn. 11 miles later you'll end up on the East end if you hike through (the key to this is to have a loving partner / family member / neighbor move your vehicle from where you hike in over to where you hike out so you can hike through rather than back track -- there's also the drop off, pick up option too). I'll leave the dirty details for when you dive in to this (and, really, you can just dive in as I did: I hadn't hiked in 4 years, and not exercised in nearly a year and I pulled it off, so you can, too.) Beyond human will, what's the driving force? Companionship on the trail, the fact you get to the peak of a mountain twice, and then the endless payoffs of 360º views for just about 50% of the trail. (Really: the photo set I added is a panorama of the trail from Bald Mountain, a little over halfway through the trail). It's called Ridge Trail for a reason. You spend a majority of the time on rocky ridges overlooking the 6 million acres of the ADK, Lake Champlaign and Vermont. If you time your hike right (late July to mid-August) you'll come across Blueberry Cobble where wild mountain blueberries blossom. There's also a 3000+ ft. alpine lake -- Lake Mary Louise to "water up." Bring a water filter. Overnight camping areas are super limited, and considering the difficulty of the trail you'll want to leave packing in gear for the well-versed and fit (cobble is an option for an overnight). If you hike in at 730am, plan to hike out around 530pm (however if you're the amazing guy in red that trekked this trail in just about 6 hours total, I think, that we came across, I'm super impressed and I should've high-fived you). You'll traverse 11 miles of some of the best nature views of your life. Consider the steep, narrow 4 hour rocky, rooty descent before you take this on. Going down a mountain can be easily overlooked, and this is a painstaking descent that takes a massive amount of mental focus. If you do take it on, the mental, emotional, phyiscal and spiritual clarity that happens will carry through the rest of your life. And, believe it or not, you'll be ready to do it all over again. This was my first ever hike in the Adirondacks, and it's far beyond novice or intermediate, and I like that. There's no better introduction to this mountain range to inspire someone -- like me -- to become a 46'er by the time I'm 46. Two down!

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    Sleeping Beauty Mountain - Mid October, Sleeping Beauty Summit.

    Sleeping Beauty Mountain

    (5 reviews)

    A great hike of moderate difficulty. The summit is lovely, with beautiful views of Lake George and…read morethe surrounding mountains. Some areas of the trail are fairly eroded, but there were crews there working to protect the trail and divert water. Even with a full parking lot, the hike was long enough that we didn't see people very often along the way. We saw some families with little ones, but none near the top, so I'm not sure how far they made it. This wouldn't be an easy hike carrying kids, and I don't think most kids under 10 would stick it through to the end. A few portions are pretty steep, so it'd be tough on little legs. The one downside is that apparently Dacy Clearing Road isn't always fully open to vehicles, so rather than parking closer to the trailhead, you may have a few extra miles to walk on a gravel road. This takes your roundtrip from approximately 5 miles to roughly 8.

    One of the most beautiful places I've hiked in. The view from the summit is spectacular on a sunny…read moresummer day, and probably even better in the fall. The hike to the top can be long or short, depending on your skill level, and how you want it to be. If you choose to do a longer hike, you can park at the Hogtown parking lot at the bottom. If you choose the shorter path ( 1.8 mi) to the summit, you must drive further down a dirt path (if the gate to go further is open) for another mile or so and park at the Dacy clearing. The hike itself is not bad. It can be a little rocky and steep, but if you're in average shape, you should be okay. It is for the average to moderate hikers. There were a lot of families with smaller children and dogs when I went. It's definitely something a family can enjoy. If you go on a nice day, I would recommend bringing lunch or snacks with you. It was really nice to eat with a view of the Adirondacks, and Lake George.

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