Beck-horn.
Beckhorn stands at 4,774 feet in the Santanoni Range, a trailless summit reached by bushwhack from the Bradley Pond Trail.
At 4,774 ft, Beck-horn clears 4,000 feet — an Adirondack High Peak by elevation, though not one of the official 46. Nearby waters include Lillian Brook and Dix Pond.
The summit, surveyed.
Trails that reach Beck-horn.
What the summit is doing today.
- Ice and snow linger above 3,000 ft — carry microspikes even when the trailhead is bare.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~4,774 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Lillian BrookStream1.4 mi
- Dix PondPond1.6 mi
- Dial PondPond2.3 mi
- Slide BrookStream2.4 mi
- Gravestone BrookStream2.4 mi
- West InletStream2.6 mi
- Lilian Brook Lean-To1.8 mi
- Lillian Brook Lean-to1.8 mi
- High Peaks Lean-To2.0 mi
- Boquet River Lean-to2.0 mi
- Bouquet Lean-To2.0 mi
- Slide Brook Lean-to2 sites2.6 mi
- Lillian Brook Campsite #21.7 mi
- Lillian Brook Campsite #11.8 mi
- Designated Campsite3 sites1.9 mi
- Primitive campsite 181852.0 mi
- Primitive campsite 181872.2 mi
- Primitive campsite 181892.2 mi
Peaks that share the range.
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- Noon Mark Diner7.5 mi
A traditional diner experience, offering hearty meals for travelers and locals in the Adirondack Park.
- Ausable Inn7.7 mi
Comfortable Keene Valley restaurant, bar, liquor store, and small inn. American comfort menu — wings, fish and chips, Montreal brisket, steak au poivre, plus the locally famous Hungarian mushroom soup.
- Forty Six11.7 mi
A small fine-dining room on Route 9N in Keene at the Dartbrook Lodge campus, with a seasonal menu that rotates regularly and elegant plating. Reservations recommended.
- The Deer's Head Inn Restaurant13.2 mi
The Deer's Head Inn is a historic Elizabethtown tavern and restaurant — among the oldest inns in the Adirondacks — serving pub fare and regional dishes.
Sip.
4- Old Mountain Coffee Company7.5 mi
Great Coffee, Great Food, Great Baked Goods & Great People. Stop in to enjoy our house roasted coffee, browse our menu for a bite to eat or grab a delicious treat from our bakery. Order Online for pickup or stop in.
- Counter Space13.3 mi
A casual cafe in Elizabethtown serving coffee, espresso, and light bites — a local gathering spot in the Essex County seat.
- Pleasant Valley Cafe13.4 mi
A local cafe in Elizabethtown serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and comfort food in the heart of the Boquet Valley.
- Life Church Cafe13.5 mi
Life Church Elizabethtown is a local church dedicated to connecting lives and building community.
Sweet.
4- Black Rooster Maple11.8 mi
Pure Adirondack Maple Syrup, Maple Cream, Bourbon Barrel Maple Syrup
- Cedar Run Bakery & Market12.2 mi
Cedar Run Bakery & Market offers scratch-made baked goods, deli items, fresh menu options, and take & bake meals, alongside a selection of wine and spirits. They are open Friday through Monday from 8 AM to 6 PM.
- Adirondack Corner Store15.7 mi
A longtime deli and general store at the corner of Route 73 in Lake Placid with an ice cream counter and subs — a locals' spot off the Main Street tourist row.
- Ben & Jerry's16.9 mi
The Ben & Jerry's scoop shop on Lake Placid's Main Street above Mirror Lake — the Vermont brand's pints and cones in the heart of the village.
Drink.
4- Paradox Brewery9.7 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
- The Old Mine13.7 mi
The Old Miners Tavern is a historic Adirondack tavern in Moriah, NY, offering classic bar food like juicy burgers and chicken wings, a full bar with rotating craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere for friends to gather.
- Tavern on Main16.3 mi
Tavern on Main brings a Chicago-style modern upscale gastropub to the historic Crown Point square — the closest sit-down dining to the Crown Point State Historic Site and the Lake Champlain Bridge crossing.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill16.9 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
Stay.
4- Rooster Comb Inn7.6 mi
Rooster Comb Inn is a dog-friendly inn located in the heart of Keene Valley, NY, offering comfortable, rustic lodging within walking distance to Adirondack trailheads and local eateries. It features shared amenities like a full kitchen and…
- Keene Valley Lodge7.8 mi
A seven-room lodge and three-bedroom cottage at the center of Keene Valley, with breakfast and direct walk access to the Great Range trailheads and village restaurants.
- Blue Ridge Falls Campsites8.5 mi
Blue Ridge Falls Campsites is a campground in North Hudson, NY, offering RV, pop-up, and tent camping near Schroon Lake and I-87. Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a camp store, with easy access to area attraction…
- Blue Ridge Motel10.9 mi
A renovated roadside motel on Route 9 between Schroon Lake and North Hudson, with private baths, AC, wifi, a pet-friendly room, and a continental breakfast in the lobby.
See.
4- Hurricane Mountain Fire Tower11.4 mi
Perched atop Hurricane Mountain, this historic fire tower provides hikers with unparalleled 360-degree views of the Adirondacks, Lake Champlain, and Vermont's Green Mountains.
- Lake Placid Bobsled Experience11.8 mi
Mt Van Hoevenberg, a Lake Placid Legacy Site, offers the thrilling Skeleton Experience for visitors and youth bobsled and skeleton programs, continuing its Olympic legacy as a venue for winter sports.
- Cliffside Coaster11.8 mi
The Cliffside Coaster in Lake Placid, NY, is the longest coaster in North America. It follows the path of Olympic history at Mt Van Hoevenberg.
- Keene Arts12.0 mi
Keene Arts is a venue in Keene, NY, hosting diverse events including art exhibits, concerts, film screenings, and a winter farmers market.
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- Where is Beck-horn located?Beck-horn is a summit in the Keene region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Beck-horn?Beck-horn rises to 4,774 feet above sea level.
- Is Beck-horn one of the Adirondack 46?Beck-horn is above 4,000 feet but is not one of the original 46 Adirondack High Peaks. The 46 list was set in the 1920s using survey data of the era; some peaks now known to exceed 4,000 feet were not included.
- How difficult is Beck-horn to climb?Beck-horn is High Peak — typically a full-day or multi-day commitment, with trail conditions ranging from maintained to alpine. Check the specific trail's length, elevation gain, and current DEC advisories before going.