Buck Mountain.
Buck Mountain rises 1,870 feet above the eastern shore of Lake George — a short, steep climb (3.2 miles round-trip) that delivers open ledges and panoramic views of the Narrows.
Nearby waters include Oswegatchie River and Cook Pond Outlet.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~1,870 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Oswegatchie RiverRiver · in 2 segments0.4 mi
- Cook Pond OutletPond1.6 mi
- Dillon PondPond1.6 mi
- Crane PondPond2.1 mi
- Lost PondPond · in 2 segments2.6 mi
- Little Moosehead PondPond2.7 mi
Peaks that share the range.
Make a weekend of it.
Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- PorkBusters BBQ20.6 mi
PorkBusters BBQ is a Tupper Lake restaurant serving barbecue dishes seven days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM. They offer a menu for dine-in or takeout, plus catering for parties and events.
- The Clubhouse at Tupper Lake Country Club21.1 mi
The Clubhouse Restaurant & Bar at Tupper Lake Golf Club offers a full bar, weekly specials, and hosts events and weddings. Open to the public, enjoy meals with a view of the golf course.
- Amado21.6 mi
A small restaurant on Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake serving Brazilian dishes (moqueca, feijoada) alongside lamb pot pie, fish fry, and a clearly marked vegan section. Homemade desserts.
- Guido's Pizzeria21.7 mi
Guido's Pizzeria in Tupper Lake has been serving hand-thrown pizzas, subs, calzones, dinners, and wings since 1988. They offer free delivery within the Town of Tupper Lake on any size order and make fresh dough daily.
— 20.6 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sweet.
1— 21.9 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
2- Raquette River Brewing21.0 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar21.6 mi
Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar in Tupper Lake offers 8 lanes of bowling, an arcade, a sports bar, and outdoor seating with food and drinks for family fun.
— 21.0 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The Lodge at Seveys11.4 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Red Top Inn LLC20.6 mi
No-frills lodgings by Tupper Lake with boat rentals and nightly bonfires by the lake.
- Pine Terrace Motel & Resort20.8 mi
Waterfront motel offers basic cabins with kitchens & WiFi plus pool & tennis courts.
- Norridgewock Lodge22.2 mi
NORRIDGEWOCK LODGE, an oasis in the Adirondack Mountains. Our lakeside resort is the perfect remote vacation in the wilderness of the Beaver River. Book online!
See.
3- Adirondack Railroad21.0 mi
Adirondack Railroad offers scenic train experiences through the beautiful outdoor scenery of New York, departing from stations in Utica, Thendara, and Tupper Lake. They provide various themed rides, including special events and multi-hour…
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory21.4 mi
Free 2-Day Space Camp at the Adirondack Sky Center Calling all future space explorers— get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us to explore some of the most fascinating topics in outer space! We’ll cover black holes, space tra…
- The Wild Center23.0 mi
Live animals, hands-on exhibits & forest trails connect guests with the Adirondacks.
— 21.0 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Buck Mountain located?Buck Mountain is a summit in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Buck Mountain?Buck Mountain rises to 1,870 feet above sea level.
- Is Buck 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; Buck Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 1,870 feet).
- How difficult is Buck Mountain to climb?Buck 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.