Brown Mountain.
Brown Mountain rises to 1,965 feet in the central Adirondacks. A moderate summit with mixed forest and limited views — a quiet walk for hikers seeking solitude over spectacle.
Nearby waters include Brown Pond.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~1,965 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Brown PondPond1.0 mi
- Northwest Bay BrookRiver · in 2 segments2.2 mi
- Foster BrookStream2.7 mi
- Rookery PondPond3.4 mi
- Lost PondPond3.5 mi
- Indian PondPond3.6 mi
- Five Mile Mountain Lean-To0.7 mi
- Fivemile Mountain Lean-To0.7 mi
- Fifth Peak Lean-To2 sites2.5 mi
- Deer Leap Campsite 10.9 mi
- Steere Island1.0 mi
- Deer Leap Campsite 21.3 mi
- Vicars Island1.5 mi
- Saint Sacrament Island1.9 mi
- Horicon Island2.0 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.
Eat.
4- Beyond the Sea8.0 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Jimbo's Club at the Point8.5 mi
A fine-dining room and private event venue on a 25-acre peninsula on Brant Lake, off Route 8. Weekly-changing menu, an award-winning wine list, and wedding bookings for the full property.
- Lone Bull Pancake & Steak House14.2 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room14.2 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
Sip.
3- 9 Mile Coffee Co16.3 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 Crepes16.3 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.
- Caffe Vero17.4 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
— 16.3 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Cate's Creamery7.9 mi
The main ice cream spot in the heart of Bolton Landing village on Lake George's quieter west shore — soft serve, hand-dipped hard ice cream, and slushies, a short stroll from the lakefront.
- Crossroads Ice Cream12.0 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 Parlor12.0 mi
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- Stone Bridge Ice Cream14.0 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.
Drink.
4- Crazy Loon Distillery9.4 mi
At the Crazy Loon Distillery, we produce high quality Adirondack inspired craft spirits that reflect the innovative nature and peaceful mindset of the North Country of New York. We offer a lineup of flavorful craft spirits inspired by the…
- The Hub9.7 mi
The Hub is a cafe, restaurant, lounge, bar, and bike repair shop located in Brant Lake, also serving the Lake George, Loon Lake, Friends Lake, and Schroon Lake areas.
- Diamond Point Grille13.3 mi
Diamond Point Grille is a casual family restaurant located in Diamond Point, NY, on Lake George. It specializes as a fish and burger joint, serving simple comfort food made with local, affordable ingredients in a relaxed setting.
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar14.3 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.
Stay.
4- Huletts on Lake George2.5 mi
A collection of named cottages on Lake George's east shore at Huletts Landing, with a sandy beach, dock access, a 9-hole golf course, and Black Mountain hiking nearby.
- Northbrook Motel3.0 mi
Pet-friendly cottages on Lake Shore Drive in Silver Bay, on the quieter northern end of Lake George. Private dock access, private beach, and a shared bonfire pit. Twelve miles north of Lake George Village.
- Silver Bay YMCA - Conference and Family Retreat Center4.1 mi
A 700-acre lakeshore conference and family-retreat center in operation since 1904. National Register of Historic Places. 253 rooms across hotel, cottages, dorms, and guest houses; meeting spaces up to 700; 15 miles of hiking trails.
- The Lodges at Bolton Landing5.1 mi
A collection of lodges on Lake George's Northwest Bay, providing direct water access with complimentary boats and a renovated pool area.
See.
4- Godwin Preserve4.9 mi
Godwin Preserve in the Town of Bolton offers two hiking trails totaling 112 acres, with moderate difficulty. The Yellow Trail provides views of Amy's Park wetlands and High Nopit, while the Red Trail connects to Pole Hill Pond Preserve.
- Bolton Historical Museum8.1 mi
The Bolton Historical Museum, located on the shores of Lake George in Bolton Landing, educates visitors about the history of Bolton, Lake George, and the surrounding region.
- Town of Horicon Museum9.4 mi
The Brant Lake Museum is housed in an 1890s farmhouse, featuring period furniture, clothing, tools, and photographs from the 19th and 20th centuries. It also includes a Carriage House with military and local hotel exhibits.
- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob12.8 mi
Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob offers a moderately steep, 0.7-mile hike to a gazebo with expansive views of Lake George and the Adirondacks. An additional blue trail leads to a seasonal waterfall.
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- Where is Brown Mountain located?Brown Mountain is a summit in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Brown Mountain?Brown Mountain rises to 1,965 feet above sea level.
- Is Brown 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; Brown Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 1,965 feet).
- How difficult is Brown Mountain to climb?Brown Mountain is lower-elevation summit — usually a short, family-friendly hike. Check the specific trail's length, elevation gain, and current DEC advisories before going.