Kays Hill.
Kays Hill rises to 2,149 feet in the southern Adirondacks. A modest summit with no maintained trail — bushwhack access only for those tracking local high points.
Nearby waters include Vanderwhacker Brook and Boreas River.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~2,149 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Vanderwhacker BrookStream0.7 mi
- Boreas RiverRiver0.8 mi
- Cheney PondLake2.7 mi
- Hyslop PondPond3.1 mi
- Hewitt PondPond3.3 mi
- Vanderwhacker PondPond3.5 mi
- Cheney Pond Lean-To2.8 mi
- Cheney Pond Leanto2.9 mi
- Boreas River/28N Campsite #21.2 mi
- Boreas River/28N Campsite #11.2 mi
- Moose Pond Rd Campsite #11.2 mi
- Site 11.2 mi
- Roosevelt Truck Trail Campsite 11.3 mi
- Roosevelt Truck Trail Campsite 21.5 mi
Peaks that share the range.
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4- DeCesare's Pizzeria13.3 mi
DeCesare's Pizzeria in Schroon Lake offers a menu of pizza, Italian dishes, and salads. They provide online ordering for both carryout and delivery.
- Trail Break at Schroon Lake13.4 mi
Trail Break at Schroon Lake offers a restaurant, bar, and lodging in Schroon Lake. Guests can enjoy a menu of food, wine, and beer, live music on select evenings, and overnight stays in their rooms from May through October.
- Pitkins Restaurant13.6 mi
Pitkin's Restaurant is a family dining landmark in Schroon Lake, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a broad menu in a modern rustic setting. It features a new patio, including pet-friendly outdoor dining, and is conveniently locate…
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar13.7 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
Sip.
4- Cupola Crepes13.6 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.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co13.6 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.
- Waypoint Cafe20.9 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.
- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop21.0 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.
Sweet.
4- The Hungry Crow Market & Café14.8 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.
- Stone Bridge Ice Cream15.6 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.
- Crossroads Ice Cream20.3 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.
- Custard’s Last Stand20.5 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.
Drink.
4- The Brown Swan and Tavern13.4 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
- Flanagan's Pub & Grill13.6 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
- Paradox Brewery14.3 mi
Paradox Brewery offers a diverse tap selection, a full menu with pizza, burgers, and BBQ, and an expansive mountain landscape.
- Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store15.2 mi
Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store offers a full bar with an extensive bottle selection and local drafts, alongside a menu featuring appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees. The restaurant is currently closed for mud season and wi…
Stay.
4- The Pilot's House7.0 mi
The Pilot's House sits above the Outfitter's storefront, with a wonderful view of Vanderwhacker Mt. and the Hudson River, and Santanoni Mt as a backdrop.
- North River Hobby Farm Cabin and Glamping Rentals12.0 mi
Located in the southern Adirondacks, this vacation rental property offers cozy cabins and glamping tents set over 40 acres of wildflowers and woods. Each cabin features charming old-style detailing with bay windows, beadboard walls, and…
- Blue Ridge Falls Campsites12.1 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…
- Maple Leaf Motel13.4 mi
Modest property offering simple rooms & cabins with fridges, microwaves & free WiFi, plus a pool.
See.
4- Newcomb Ski Slope8.8 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
- Camp Santanoni9.1 mi
Built by the wealthy Pruyn family, Camp Santanoni is a publicly-owned National Historic Landmark, offering visitors a glimpse into the early Adirondack Great Camp era and opportunities for outdoor recreation.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves13.8 mi
Explore the largest marble cave entrance in the eastern U.S., carved by Trout Brook. Offers self-guided trails, adventure tours, and winter snowshoeing with ice formations.
- Revolution Rail Co. - Thurman Station14.3 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 Kays Hill located?Kays Hill is a summit in the Schroon Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Kays Hill?Kays Hill rises to 2,149 feet above sea level.
- Is Kays Hill one of the Adirondack 46?No. The 46 Adirondack High Peaks are summits above 4,000 feet identified by the Adirondack Forty-Sixers club; Kays Hill is not on that list (it stands at 2,149 feet).
- How difficult is Kays Hill to climb?Kays Hill 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.