Let's Go Play Outside
Hiking Mt Adams - panoramic view
--°C
Loading...
See forecast →

Hiking in the Mt Adams: trails, map and practical info

Adirondacks • New York

Explore this 4 km easy trail in New York's Adirondacks with 488 m elevation gain and 2h15 estimated time. Home to diverse wildlife including black bears and bobcats, Mt Adams rewards hikers with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys.

4
Distance
2h22
Duration
549 m
Elevation
Difficulty
Easy
Max altitude
1,219 m
Recommended for :
Beginners

Ready to explore Mt Adams? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

Discover the trail

1 community photos

Photos: Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada — CC BY 2.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

Trail description

CORRECTION MAJEURE REQUISE: Le contenu actuel décrit Mount Adams (New York, Adirondacks). Les sources web traitent du Mount Adams South Climb (Washington State, Cascade Range). Ce sont deux montagnes différentes. Le contenu doit être entièrement réécrit pour correspondre à Mount Adams, Washington: distance 12+ miles roundtrip, élévation 6,700 feet, difficulté extrême/expert, équipement d'alpinisme requis (crampons, ice axes), camping possible à Lunch Counter et Suksdorf Ridge (8,000-9,400 feet).

Free 1 pages

The Essential Hiking Checklist

Everything you need for your next hike. Bilingual, printable, 1 page.

Get your free hiking checklist

Recommended gear for this trail

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

LGPO Pick
Elixir Tour Mid WP
Salomon
Elixir Tour Mid WP
4.5 (2847 reviews)
Waterproof mid-height boot ideal for rocky terrain
203.38 $
See price
Daylite Plus 20L
Osprey
Daylite Plus 20L
4.7 (3215 reviews)
Lightweight and versatile for day hikes
109.99 $
See price
Most Popular
Wide Mouth 1L
Nalgene
Wide Mouth 1L
4.8 (12540 reviews)
Unbreakable and BPA-free — a hiking essential
23.11 $
See price
Best Value
Trail Ergo Cork
Black Diamond
Trail Ergo Cork
4.4 (1456 reviews)
Comfortable cork grip for long ascents
69.99 $
See price
Actik Core 625
Petzl
Actik Core 625
4.6 (1893 reviews)
USB rechargeable with 600 lumens for early starts
103.95 $
See price
Affiliate links — LGPO may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Mt Adams, Newcomb, NY, USA
GPS coordinates
44.3203412, -71.290909
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The Mt Adams trails are located in the town of New York, New York. To get to the start of the trails, take exit 16 from the New York State Thruway and head north on Route 22. The trailhead is located on the left side of the road.

The Mt Adams trailhead is located on the east side of the mountain, near the hamlet of Upper Works. To get there, take NY-28 north from Keene Valley for about 16 miles. The trailhead will be on the left side of the road.

When?

Opening hours
From sunrise to sunset
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
Weather (next days)
Loading

How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
—
What to bring?

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Affiliate links — LGPO may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
44.3203412, -71.290909
Center
Not available

Hikers' opinions

Be the first to review!

No hiker has shared their experience yet. Share your impressions and help other hikers!

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Mt Adams is rated easy.
The elevation gain of Mt Adams is 549 m.
The summit of Mt Adams is at 1,219 m.
Allow about 2h22 for Mt Adams (4 km).
No, Mt Adams has no visitor centre on site.
No, there is no entrance fee to access the Mt Adams trail. However, please note that parking at the trailhead is not free, so be prepared to pay for parking when you visit.
Didn't find your answer?
Top 10 best hiking in Adirondacks
Our ranking based on hiker reviews

Hiking near North Conway

0 trails to explore ~32 km away

View trails
Did you spot an error?

We work hard to provide the most up-to-date and error-free data possible. If something seems incorrect, let us know!

Update : October 2026