Little Buck Mountain.
Little Buck Mountain stands at 1,598 feet in the southern Adirondacks near Lake George. A short, steep scramble with minimal trail maintenance — hikers use it as a quick viewpoint hike rather than a destination summit.
The summit, surveyed.
Trails that reach Little Buck Mountain.
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Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~1,598 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Thurber PondPond2.4 mi
- Stevenson's PondPond2.5 mi
- Crossett PondPond2.6 mi
- Pagies PondPond2.7 mi
- Bumps PondPond2.7 mi
- Butternut BrookStream2.7 mi
- Shelving Rock Area Campsite 110.6 mi
- Campsite 110.6 mi
- Shelving Rock Area Campsite 120.7 mi
- Shelving Rock Area Campsite 101.0 mi
- Refuge Island1.1 mi
- Shelving Rock Brook Trail Tent Site #131.1 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 Sea3.4 mi
An upscale fine dining establishment offering a sophisticated menu of meticulously prepared dishes in the Lake George region.
- Lone Bull Pancake & Steak House6.9 mi
Hearty plates of traditional daytime fare round out the menu at this seasonal, rustic establishment.
- Antonio's Bayside Bistro7.3 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.
- Tommy Guns Pizzeria9.3 mi
Tommy Guns Pizzeria & Bar in Warrensburg, NY, serves delicious pizza, wings, and a variety of other dishes crafted from top-notch ingredients. It offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere, perfect for meals with family and friends or for hosti…
Sip.
3- Caffe Vero9.9 mi
Breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches & house-roasted coffee in a comfy, earth-toned cafe.
- 9 Mile Coffee Co22.2 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 Crepes22.3 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.
Sweet.
4- Cate's Creamery3.1 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.
- Scoop's Ice Cream Parlor9.8 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.
- Lake George Baking Company9.8 mi
A bakery with two locations in Queensbury and Lake George, offering custom cakes, breads, rolls, and the original Fudge Fancy. Off-season hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Main Street Ice Cream Parlor13.0 mi
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Drink.
4- Diamond Point Grille6.1 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 Lounge6.9 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.
- George Henry's9.3 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.
- Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery9.6 mi
Springbrook Hollow Farm Distillery, located in the Adirondack Mountains, crafts a variety of spirits including vodka, gin, moonshine, and whiskeys. Visitors can enjoy a beautiful tasting room offering specialty cocktails, local beer, wine,…
Stay.
4- Boathouse Waterfront Lodging3.2 mi
Boathouse Waterfront Lodging is a historic, adults-only bed and breakfast located directly on the shores of Lake George in Bolton Landing, NY. It is the only lodging of its kind situated right on the water, offering a unique setting for ro…
- The Sagamore Resort3.6 mi
Iconic Bolton Landing resort on Lake George with Donald Ross-designed golf, lakeside dining, spa, and classic summer-resort amenities.
- Blue Water Manor4.1 mi
Rustic mountain lodge offers log cabins, cottages & rooms plus lake views & a picnic area.
- Drake's Lakeside Cabins4.2 mi
Drake's Lakeside Cabins offers cozy, rustic waterfront vacation rentals on Lake George in Bolton Landing, featuring cabins with 2 or 3 bedrooms, full kitchens, a private beach, and dock rentals.
See.
4- Bolton Historical Museum3.3 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 Knob4.9 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.
- Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort6.2 mi
Tour Boat Lake George at Blue Lagoon Resort offers private guided boat tours of Lake George on a 24-foot bowrider motorboat. Guests enjoy sightseeing, swimming, tubing, and cliff jumping with an experienced captain.
- Godwin Preserve7.3 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.
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- Where is Little Buck Mountain located?Little Buck Mountain is a summit in the Lake George region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Little Buck Mountain?Little Buck Mountain rises to 1,598 feet above sea level.
- Is Little Buck 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; Little Buck Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 1,598 feet).
- How difficult is Little Buck Mountain to climb?Little Buck 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.