Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain.
Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain rises to 2,720 feet in the southern Adirondacks near Thirteenth Lake. The trail is unmaintained and rarely traveled — a bushwhack summit for those who prefer solitude over groomed paths.
Nearby waters include Peaked Mountain Pond Brook and Peaked Mountain Pond.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~2,720 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Peaked Mountain Pond BrookStream0.6 mi
- Peaked Mountain PondPond1.2 mi
- Thirteenth LakeLake1.3 mi
- Brown PondPond1.7 mi
- Hour PondPond2.1 mi
- William Blake PondPond2.2 mi
- Hour Pond Lean-To2 sites2.0 mi
- 13Th Lake Campsite 1, 11, 12, 130.7 mi
- 13Th Lake Campsite 100.7 mi
- 13th Lake Campsite #100.7 mi
- 13Th Lake Campsite 90.9 mi
- 13th Lake Campsite #90.9 mi
- 13Th Lake Campsite 81.0 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.
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4- becks TAVERN7.4 mi
A tavern on Peaceful Valley Road in North Creek serving German-inspired dishes alongside burgers, wings, and bar standards. The Yurts out back are the conversation piece.
- McSweeney's Irish Pub7.9 mi
An Irish-style pub on Route 30 in Indian Lake serving comfort-food classics (shepherd's pie, fish and chips) seven days a week, year-round. The dependable dinner spot in town.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room15.2 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
- Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner17.2 mi
Chef Darrell’s Mountain Diner: the best Diner in Indian Lake, NY. Order directly online today for takeout or delivery. Save money, support local business!
Sip.
4- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop17.8 mi
Seasonal coffee shop inside the 1895 schoolhouse that houses Blue Mountain Designs. Espresso, locally roasted coffee, loose-leaf tea, baked goods, avocado toast, sandwiches, and soups. May through October.
- The PERKS of Speculator19.3 mi
Speculator coffee shop and bakery at 2855 NY-30. Specialty coffee, espresso, fresh-baked bagels and pastries, plus breakfast and lunch sandwiches. Gluten-free options across the bakery case.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co20.0 mi
9 Mile Coffee Co. is a coffee shop in downtown Schroon Lake, NY, serving a variety of coffees, teas, smoothies, sandwiches, and soups. They also sell their custom coffee blends and gift cards online.
- Cupola Crepes20.0 mi
Family-run creperie at 1095 Main Street in Schroon Lake. Sweet and savory crepes (gluten-free batter available), scones, coffee, and soft serve. Wednesday through Sunday.
— 17.8 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- The Hungry Crow Market & Café7.4 mi
A downtown North Creek market and cafe serving soft serve alongside scratch-made desserts, next to Hudson River Trading Co. — the cone stop in the Gore and Upper Hudson area.
- Stone Bridge Ice Cream15.6 mi
Stone Bridge Ice Cream is a seasonal stand located 2.5 miles from the Natural Stone Bridge & Caves, offering over 40 flavors of soft serve, custom ice cream cakes, and signature sundaes. It features outdoor seating and a kids' swing set.
- Crossroads Ice Cream17.1 mi
The ice cream counter at The Crossroads, a country and outdoors store off I-87 Exit 25 in Chestertown between Schroon and Brant Lake — hard and soft ice cream on the road north.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor17.2 mi
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Drink.
4- Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store7.9 mi
Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store offers a full bar with an extensive bottle selection and local drafts, alongside a menu featuring appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees. The restaurant is currently closed for mud season and wi…
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar15.2 mi
Black Bear Restaurant & Bar is an American eatery in Pottersville, NY, offering comfort food, sandwiches, and breakfast. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quick service, and popular dishes like meatloaf and gravy fries.
- Hex and Hop Tasting Room - Blue Mountain Lake17.7 mi
Hex and Hop is a craft brewery and meadery located in Bloomingdale, New York. They offer full-flavored, high-quality craft beer and mead, made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, emphasizing community and craft.
- Acorn Pub & Eatery at Oak Mountain18.5 mi
Acorn Pub & Eatery is a dining option at Oak Mountain, offering a place to eat and drink.
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4- North River Hobby Farm Cabin and Glamping Rentals3.1 mi
Located in the southern Adirondacks, this vacation rental property offers cozy cabins and glamping tents set over 40 acres of wildflowers and woods. Each cabin features charming old-style detailing with bay windows, beadboard walls, and…
- The Cabins at Chimney Mountain5.5 mi
The Cabins at Chimney Mountain offers an all-American camp adventure with 9 cozy cabins and 4 glamping tent sites on a secluded 280-acre estate in Indian Lake, NY. Enjoy hiking trails, a private lake, and a camp store.
- Thornbush Acres RV Park7.3 mi
A private RV park on Big Brook Road in Indian Lake with 46 large pull-through sites, full hookups, 30/50 amp service, free Wi-Fi, bathhouse, dump station, and a campstore. Mid-May through mid-October.
- The Alpine Lodge7.4 mi
A 19-room lodge in North Creek with recently updated rooms, suites with kitchenettes, smart-room amenities, Tesla chargers, pet-friendly rooms. Five minutes to Gore Mountain.
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4- Revolution Rail Co. - Thurman Station7.1 mi
A pedal-powered rail biking operation at Thurman Station on the Adirondack Railroad bed near North Creek, with family-friendly seasonal tours rolling alongside the Hudson River corridor through forest and open river-bank country.
- North Creek Depot Museum7.2 mi
Saved from demolition, this 1872 landmark station is now a museum, heritage center, and cultural hub in historic North Creek, featuring a fabulous diorama and exhibits on the Adirondack Railroad, Theodore Roosevelt, and local history.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves14.0 mi
Explore the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S., carved by Trout Brook. Offers self-guided trails, adventure tours, and winter snowshoeing with ice formations.
- Newcomb Ski Slope16.6 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
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- Where is Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain located?Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain is a summit in the Indian Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain?Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain rises to 2,720 feet above sea level.
- Is Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain one of the Adirondack 46?No. The 46 Adirondack High Peaks are summits above 4,000 feet identified by the Adirondack Forty-Sixers club; Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 2,720 feet).
- How difficult is Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain to climb?Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain is moderate-elevation summit — a half-day to full-day hike depending on the route. Check the specific trail's length, elevation gain, and current DEC advisories before going.