Buck Mountain.
Buck Mountain rises 2,631 feet above Lake George's Narrows — a short, steep climb (3.2 miles round-trip) that delivers open rock ledges and unobstructed water views.
It is reached by the Northville-Placid Trail (137.2 mi). Nearby waters include Salmon River and Minnow Pond.
The summit, surveyed.
Trails that reach Buck Mountain.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~2,631 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Salmon RiverStream1.2 mi
- Minnow PondPond1.7 mi
- Tirrell PondPond1.7 mi
- Salmon PondPond2.1 mi
- Minnow BrookStream2.4 mi
- Mud PondPond2.5 mi
- Tirrel Pond North Lean-To1.3 mi
- Tirrell Pond lean-to1.3 mi
- O'Neill Flow Lean-To2.1 mi
- O'Neil Flow lean-to2.2 mi
- Chickadee Brook Lean-to2.4 mi
- Tirrell Pond North Tentsites1.3 mi
- Tirrell Pond tent site2 sites1.3 mi
- Salmon River campsite (unofficial)1.6 mi
- Salmon River Tentsites1.6 mi
- O'Neill Flow Tentsite2.1 mi
- Primitive Tentsite2 sites3.0 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.
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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!
- Long View Lodge Restaurant4.7 mi
Long View Lodge Restaurant on Long Lake offers a full-service dining experience with an award-winning chef. Known for its quality ingredients and an ever-changing menu in a warm, inviting Adirondack setting, no reservations are necessary.
- Long Lake Diner & Owl’s Head Pub5.6 mi
Long Lake Diner & Owl's Head Pub has been proudly serving food, beverages, and memories since 2004.
- Northern Borne5.9 mi
Family-owned grocery and outdoor-supply store on Long Lake's Main Street, with organic, gluten-free, and vegan options plus a made-to-order deli counter. Camping and outdoor gear stocked alongside the grocery.
Sip.
4- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop2.5 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.
- Waypoint Cafe5.9 mi
Long Lake cafe at 1265 Main St. La Colombe coffee, homemade quiche, avocado toast, artisan sandwiches, salads, poke bowls, soups, and charcuterie. Closed Mondays; weeknight happy hour 4–6 p.m.
- Tamarack Cafe21.6 mi
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- Blue Line Coffee House21.7 mi
Blue Line Coffee House offers Adirondack-inspired apparel, handcrafted mugs, and mountain-themed gifts, along with pre-packaged coffee and coffee accessories. Products are available for nationwide shipping, and local customers can order dr…
Sweet.
4- Custard’s Last Stand5.5 mi
Custard's Last Stand is a historic ice cream shop in Long Lake, established in 1958, serving a variety of soft frozen custard & hard ice cream, sundaes, specialty shakes, floats, and ice cream sodas. They also offer merchandise and gift cards.
- The Park5.5 mi
Trying to find a fast food restaurant in Long Lake? Pay a visit to The Park. We offer a range of burgers, sides, ice cream, drinks and coffee options.
- Northern Lights Creamery Inc.21.5 mi
An Inlet institution for 40-plus years, a short walk from Arrowhead Park on Fourth Lake — soft serve, homemade gelato, floats, flurries, and specialty sundaes.
- Skyline Ice Cream23.0 mi
A roadside soft-serve stand on Route 30 in Tupper Lake since 1985 — vanilla and black-raspberry twists, gelato, Dole Whip, and Michigans, now with an expanded burger-and-fries menu.
Drink.
4- Hex and Hop Tasting Room - Blue Mountain Lake2.6 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.
- Brookside Hops & Hoagies5.5 mi
Brookside Hops & Hoagies is a casual, family-friendly shop in Long Lake, founded in 2023, offering craft beers and hoagies made with fresh ingredients and Boars Head deli meats. It operates Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM.
- Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store10.1 mi
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- Lakeview Lanes & The Foul Line Sports Bar22.3 mi
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Stay.
4- Steamboat Landing on Blue Mountain Lake2.5 mi
Steamboat Landing is a comfortable lakeside lodge in Blue Mountain Lake, Adirondack Park, offering renovated accommodations with scenic views and peaceful stays from June to October.
- Hemlock Hall2.6 mi
A historic family-owned resort on Blue Mountain Lake's north shore, open mid-June through mid-October, with eight lodge rooms, four motel units, nine cottages, and breakfast and dinner included.
- Minnowbrook Conference Center2.7 mi
A 28-acre conference and retreat center on Blue Mountain Lake operated by Syracuse University, with meeting rooms, lakeside patio, and full-service catering for academic and private groups.
- Blue Mountain Lake Inn2.9 mi
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See.
4- Blue Mountain Fire Observation Station1.2 mi
Blue Mountain offers a rewarding fire tower hike in the Central Adirondacks, featuring sweeping views and historical significance, with a world-class museum located at its base.
- Adirondack Experience — Museum on Blue Mountain Lake2.2 mi
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- Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts2.6 mi
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- BLUE MOUNTAIN CENTER4.7 mi
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- Where is Buck Mountain located?Buck Mountain is a summit in the Blue Mountain Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Buck Mountain?Buck Mountain rises to 2,631 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 2,631 feet).
- How difficult is Buck Mountain to climb?Buck 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.
- What trails reach Buck Mountain?Trails that reach Buck Mountain include: Northville-Placid Trail. Check current DEC advisories before heading out.