Keil Mountain.
Keil Mountain rises to 1,572 feet in the southeastern Adirondacks. A moderate summit with mixed hardwood forest; no maintained trail — bushwhack only for those comfortable with map and compass.
Nearby waters include Valentine Pond and Schroon River.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~1,572 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Valentine PondPond0.9 mi
- Schroon RiverRiver · in 2 segments1.7 mi
- Densmore PondPond1.7 mi
- Smith PondPond2.0 mi
- Mill PondReservoir2.1 mi
- Brant LakeLake2.6 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- Jimbo's Club at the Point2.2 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.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room3.6 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar7.6 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
- DeCesare's Pizzeria8.5 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.
Sip.
3- 9 Mile Coffee Co8.9 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 Crepes9.0 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.
- Caffe Vero19.6 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
Sweet.
4- Stone Bridge Ice Cream3.4 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 Cream3.8 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.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor4.3 mi
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- The Hungry Crow Market & Café11.4 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.
Drink.
4- The Hub2.1 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.
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar3.6 mi
Black Bear Restaurant & Bar is an American eatery in Pottersville, NY, offering comfort food, sandwiches, and breakfast. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quick service, and popular dishes like meatloaf and gravy fries.
- Crazy Loon Distillery5.2 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 Brown Swan and Tavern8.9 mi
The Brown Swan and Tavern in Schroon Lake, NY, offers Adirondacks-inspired cuisine with locally sourced ingredients in a family-friendly setting.
Stay.
4- Hillcrest Cottages2.1 mi
Hillcrest Cottages, Brant Lake, New York, Cottages in the Adirondacks, Warren County
- Wakonda Family Campground2.2 mi
Wakonda Family Campground is a cooperative established in 1990, offering 132 campsites and 16 cottages on 82 acres. It features frontage on both private Lake Wakonda and the Schroon River.
- Riverside Pines2.4 mi
Riverside Pines offers cabins, tents, and RV sites along the Schroon River in Chestertown, NY. Enjoy seasonal RV sites, an open-air taproom, and proximity to Adirondack attractions.
- Adirondack Pines Bed & Breakfast3.2 mi
Adirondack Pines offers lodging in an 1837 country farmhouse B&B and a renovated 3-bedroom vacation rental house, located minutes from Schroon Lake and area attractions.
See.
4- Town of Horicon Museum2.0 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.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves5.4 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.
- Godwin Preserve7.2 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.
- North Creek Depot Museum11.5 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.
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- Where is Keil Mountain located?Keil Mountain is a summit in the Brant Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Keil Mountain?Keil Mountain rises to 1,572 feet above sea level.
- Is Keil 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; Keil Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 1,572 feet).
- How difficult is Keil Mountain to climb?Keil 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.