Crane Mountain.
Crane Mountain rises to 3,255 feet in the southeastern Adirondacks, reached by a 5.2-mile round-trip trail with steep sections near the summit.
Nearby waters include Crane Mountain Pond and Putnam Brook.
The summit, surveyed.
Trails that reach Crane Mountain.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
- Ice and snow linger above 3,000 ft — carry microspikes even when the trailhead is bare.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~3,255 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Crane Mountain PondPond0.7 mi
- Putnam BrookStream1.0 mi
- Crystal BrookStream1.2 mi
- Little PondPond1.5 mi
- Snowshoe PondPond2.1 mi
- Paintbed BrookStream2.3 mi
- Crane Mountain Tentsite0.5 mi
- Crane Mt. Pond Campsite3 sites0.7 mi
- Garnete Lake Rd #1 Campsite2.8 mi
- Garnet Lake Rd #2 Campsite2.8 mi
- Garnet Lake Rd #3 Campsite2.9 mi
- Round Pond Campsite2.9 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- Oscar's Smokehouse9.6 mi
Oscar's Smokehouse has been making fine smoked meats and cheeses for over 70 years in Warrensburg, NY.
- Canepa’s Pizza Shop9.7 mi
Canepa's Pizza Shop, formerly The Pizza Shop of Warrensburg, has been serving award-winning pizza since 2014. Featured on Rachael Ray and PMQ Magazine, they offer authentic Italian hospitality with family recipes and fine ingredients.
- becks TAVERN9.9 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.
- Deli & Meat Store of the North9.9 mi
Deli & Meat Store of the North is a long-standing deli, meat market, and grocery store in Warrensburg, NY, known for its fresh meats, famous 18-inch subs, daily hot items, all-day breakfast, pizza, and catering services.
Sip.
4- Caffe Vero15.0 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- Uncle Carl's Coffee18.6 mi
Uncle Carl's Coffee serves expertly crafted coffees, artisan teas, pastries, and light savory bites. They also offer daily quiche and bagels, along with homemade soups, frozen meals, local meats, and cheeses.
- The PERKS of Speculator20.3 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 Co22.5 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.
Sweet.
4- The Hungry Crow Market & Café10.5 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.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor10.9 mi
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- Crossroads Ice Cream11.4 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.
- Stone Bridge Ice Cream14.9 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- Bandstand Brew Works9.7 mi
Bandstand Brew Works is a family-friendly brewpub in Warrensburg, NY, offering handcrafted beers, cocktails, and a diverse menu made with local ingredients. It's a community gathering spot known for live music, weekly events, and a vibrant…
- George Henry's10.4 mi
A family-owned bar and grill on Main Street in Warrensburg doing made-to-order American grill plates, hearty steak and chicken specialties, local craft beer, and fresh-baked breads from area bakeries. No fast food.
- Crazy Loon Distillery12.3 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 Hub14.0 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.
Stay.
4- Glen Lodge & Market5.7 mi
Come stay at our cabin... you may never want to go back home! We are currently taking group bookings for the entire lodge only. Pull up an Adirondack chair and take in the beauty and nature of the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York,…
- Black Mountain Lodge6.3 mi
A cabin resort on State Highway 8 in Johnsburg, between Brant Lake and Garnet Lake in the southern Adirondacks. Year-round.
- Friends Lake Inn8.6 mi
Plush rooms, some with whirlpool tubs, in a rustic-chic inn offering fine dining & a bright bistro.
- 1000 Acres Ranch Resort9.1 mi
Rustic, all-inclusive ranch-style resort set on a river offering horseback riding, dining & pools.
See.
4- The Promise Gardens Estate of the Adirondacks7.4 mi
The Promise Gardens is the perfect wedding venue with gorgeous gardens, rustic barns and mountain views near Lake George and the Adirondacks.
- Revolution Rail Co. Thurman8.2 mi
A pedal-powered rail biking operation in Warrensburg on Route 418, with family-friendly tours rolling on disused railroad tracks through Adirondack forest and river corridors. Suitable for all ages and ability levels.
- North Creek Depot Museum11.0 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.
- Revolution Rail Co. - Thurman Station11.1 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.
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- Where is Crane Mountain located?Crane Mountain is a summit in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Crane Mountain?Crane Mountain rises to 3,255 feet above sea level.
- Is Crane 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; Crane Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 3,255 feet).
- How difficult is Crane Mountain to climb?Crane Mountain is substantial mountain — a long day-hike for most climbers, often with steep sections. Check the specific trail's length, elevation gain, and current DEC advisories before going.