Hough Peak.
Hough Peak stands at 4,400 feet, ranking No. 23 of the 46 High Peaks. Typically climbed from the Ausable Club via Dix Mountain as part of a multi-peak loop — wooded summit, no views, but the ridge traverse earns it.
Hough Peak is the 23rd-highest of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks (the 46ers), at 4,400 ft. Nearby waters include Lillian Brook and South Fork Boquet River.
The summit, surveyed.
Trails that reach Hough Peak.
What the summit is doing today.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~4,400 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Lillian BrookStream1.8 mi
- South Fork Boquet RiverRiver1.9 mi
- Dix PondPond2.4 mi
- Slide BrookStream2.5 mi
- North Fork Boquet RiverRiver2.6 mi
- Dial PondPond2.8 mi
- Lilian Brook Lean-To2.3 mi
- Lillian Brook Lean-to2.4 mi
- High Peaks Lean-To2.5 mi
- Boquet River Lean-to2.5 mi
- Bouquet Lean-To2.5 mi
- Slide Brook Lean-to2 sites2.8 mi
- Designated Campsite3 sites1.9 mi
- Lillian Brook Campsite #22.3 mi
- Lillian Brook Campsite #12.3 mi
- Primitive campsite 181852.5 mi
- Primitive campsite 181872.6 mi
- Lillypad Pond campsite2.8 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- Noon Mark Diner8.1 mi
A traditional diner experience, offering hearty meals for travelers and locals in the Adirondack Park.
- Ausable Inn8.3 mi
Comfortable Keene Valley restaurant, bar, liquor store, and small inn. American comfort menu — wings, fish and chips, Montreal brisket, steak au poivre, plus the locally famous Hungarian mushroom soup.
- Forty Six12.2 mi
A small fine-dining room on Route 9N in Keene at the Dartbrook Lodge campus, with a seasonal menu that rotates regularly and elegant plating. Reservations recommended.
- The Deer's Head Inn Restaurant12.9 mi
The Deer's Head Inn is a historic Elizabethtown tavern and restaurant — among the oldest inns in the Adirondacks — serving pub fare and regional dishes.
Sip.
4- Old Mountain Coffee Company8.1 mi
Great Coffee, Great Food, Great Baked Goods & Great People. Stop in to enjoy our house roasted coffee, browse our menu for a bite to eat or grab a delicious treat from our bakery. Order Online for pickup or stop in.
- Counter Space13.0 mi
A casual cafe in Elizabethtown serving coffee, espresso, and light bites — a local gathering spot in the Essex County seat.
- Pleasant Valley Cafe13.1 mi
A local cafe in Elizabethtown serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and comfort food in the heart of the Boquet Valley.
- Life Church Cafe13.2 mi
Life Church Elizabethtown is a local church dedicated to connecting lives and building community.
Sweet.
4- Black Rooster Maple12.4 mi
Pure Adirondack Maple Syrup, Maple Cream, Bourbon Barrel Maple Syrup
- Cedar Run Bakery & Market12.8 mi
Cedar Run Bakery & Market offers scratch-made baked goods, deli items, fresh menu options, and take & bake meals, alongside a selection of wine and spirits. They are open Friday through Monday from 8 AM to 6 PM.
- Adirondack Corner Store16.7 mi
A longtime deli and general store at the corner of Route 73 in Lake Placid with an ice cream counter and subs — a locals' spot off the Main Street tourist row.
- Ben & Jerry's17.9 mi
The Ben & Jerry's scoop shop on Lake Placid's Main Street above Mirror Lake — the Vermont brand's pints and cones in the heart of the village.
Drink.
4- Paradox Brewery9.0 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
- The Old Mine12.7 mi
The Old Miners Tavern is a historic Adirondack tavern in Moriah, NY, offering classic bar food like juicy burgers and chicken wings, a full bar with rotating craft beers, and a welcoming atmosphere for friends to gather.
- Tavern on Main15.2 mi
Tavern on Main brings a Chicago-style modern upscale gastropub to the historic Crown Point square — the closest sit-down dining to the Crown Point State Historic Site and the Lake Champlain Bridge crossing.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill16.4 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
Stay.
4- Blue Ridge Falls Campsites8.0 mi
Blue Ridge Falls Campsites is a campground in North Hudson, NY, offering RV, pop-up, and tent camping near Schroon Lake and I-87. Guests can enjoy Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a camp store, with easy access to area attraction…
- Rooster Comb Inn8.1 mi
Rooster Comb Inn is a dog-friendly inn located in the heart of Keene Valley, NY, offering comfortable, rustic lodging within walking distance to Adirondack trailheads and local eateries. It features shared amenities like a full kitchen and…
- Keene Valley Lodge8.4 mi
A seven-room lodge and three-bedroom cottage at the center of Keene Valley, with breakfast and direct walk access to the Great Range trailheads and village restaurants.
- Blue Ridge Motel10.3 mi
A renovated roadside motel on Route 9 between Schroon Lake and North Hudson, with private baths, AC, wifi, a pet-friendly room, and a continental breakfast in the lobby.
See.
4- Hurricane Mountain Fire Tower11.6 mi
Perched atop Hurricane Mountain, this historic fire tower provides hikers with unparalleled 360-degree views of the Adirondacks, Lake Champlain, and Vermont's Green Mountains.
- Keene Arts12.6 mi
Keene Arts is a venue in Keene, NY, hosting diverse events including art exhibits, concerts, film screenings, and a winter farmers market.
- Lake Placid Bobsled Experience12.8 mi
Mt Van Hoevenberg, a Lake Placid Legacy Site, offers the thrilling Skeleton Experience for visitors and youth bobsled and skeleton programs, continuing its Olympic legacy as a venue for winter sports.
- Cliffside Coaster12.8 mi
The Cliffside Coaster in Lake Placid, NY, is the longest coaster in North America. It follows the path of Olympic history at Mt Van Hoevenberg.
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- Where is Hough Peak located?Hough Peak is a summit in the Keene region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Hough Peak?Hough Peak rises to 4,400 feet above sea level. It is the 23rd-highest peak in the Adirondacks.
- Is Hough Peak one of the Adirondack 46?Yes. Hough Peak is one of the 46 official Adirondack High Peaks — the summits identified by the original Adirondack Forty-Sixers club as standing above 4,000 feet. Climbing all 46 is a recognized hiking accomplishment that earns membership in the Adirondack 46ers.
- How difficult is Hough Peak to climb?Hough Peak is High Peak — typically a full-day or multi-day commitment, with trail conditions ranging from maintained to alpine. Check the specific trail's length, elevation gain, and current DEC advisories before going.