Elephant Mountain.
Elephant Mountain rises to 1,903 feet in the southern Adirondacks. No maintained trail reaches the summit — bushwhackers navigate by compass and old logging roads through dense hardwood forest.
Nearby waters include Foster Brook and Black Mountain Ponds.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~1,903 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Foster BrookStream1.2 mi
- Black Mountain PondsPond1.8 mi
- Lapland PondPond2.0 mi
- Sheltered LakesPond2.2 mi
- Millman PondPond2.6 mi
- Greenland PondPond3.2 mi
- Black Mountain Ponds Lean-To1.8 mi
- Lapland Pond Lean-To1.9 mi
- Millman Pond Lean-To2.6 mi
- Nobles Island1.0 mi
- Burgess Island1.2 mi
- Coopers Island1.2 mi
- Saint Sacrament Island1.2 mi
- Horicon Island1.4 mi
- Sagamore Island1.4 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 Sea8.2 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Jimbo's Club at the Point11.2 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 House13.8 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Antonio's Bayside Bistro14.2 mi
Discover a unique dining experience at Antonio's Bayside Bistro, where tradition meets innovation on the serene shores of Lake George. Enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine, breathtaking views, and warm hospitality.
Sip.
3- Caffe Vero16.8 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co19.0 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 Crepes19.1 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.
— 16.8 mi to the nearest pour to this spot; pack a thermos.
Sweet.
4- Cate's Creamery8.1 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.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor14.2 mi
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- Crossroads Ice Cream14.3 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.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor16.7 mi
Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor in Lake George offers ice cream and frozen yogurt at inexpensive prices. Located at 327 Canada St, it provides take-out service and accepts credit cards.
Drink.
4- Crazy Loon Distillery11.4 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 Hub12.1 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 Grille12.9 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.
- Ridge Terrace Restaurant-Cocktail Lounge13.7 mi
The Ridge Terrace is a chef-owned and operated restaurant in Lake George, NY, celebrating its 60th season. They offer a diverse menu, including a children's menu, and can accommodate special dietary requests.
Stay.
4- Huletts on Lake George1.3 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 Motel3.4 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 Center5.0 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 Landing6.0 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 Preserve6.8 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 Museum8.3 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.
- Schumann Preserve at Pilot Knob11.8 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.
- Town of Horicon Museum11.9 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.
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- Where is Elephant Mountain located?Elephant Mountain is a summit in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Elephant Mountain?Elephant Mountain rises to 1,903 feet above sea level.
- Is Elephant 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; Elephant Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 1,903 feet).
- How difficult is Elephant Mountain to climb?Elephant 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.