Owls Head Mountain.
Owls Head Mountain rises to 1,683 feet above the west shore of Long Lake. The trail climbs steadily through mixed forest to a fire tower summit — 6.2 miles round-trip with open views over the lake and surrounding ridges.
Nearby waters include Cascade Brook and Nichols Brook.
The summit, surveyed.
Trails that reach Owls Head Mountain.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~1,683 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Cascade BrookStream · in 2 segments0.4 mi
- Nichols BrookStream1.2 mi
- East Branch AusableRiver1.8 mi
- Norton BrookStream2.1 mi
- Jones BrookStream2.6 mi
- Lower Cascade LakeLake3.1 mi
- Barkeater Cliffs Campsite2.7 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- Forty Six1.7 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.
- Monday Tuesday Grill4.0 mi
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- Ausable Inn4.6 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.
- Noon Mark Diner4.8 mi
A traditional diner experience, offering hearty meals for travelers and locals in the Adirondack Park.
Sip.
4- Old Mountain Coffee Company4.7 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.
- Adirondack Mountain Coffee Cafe5.9 mi
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- Origin Coffee8.6 mi
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- The Coffee Bar8.8 mi
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Sweet.
4- Cedar Run Bakery & Market1.0 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.
- Black Rooster Maple1.4 mi
Pure Adirondack Maple Syrup, Maple Cream, Bourbon Barrel Maple Syrup
- Sugar House Creamery6.2 mi
Sugar House Creamery is a farmstead creamery located in the Adirondacks, producing artisanal cheeses from the milk of their own cows. They offer a variety of cheeses, showcasing the quality of their local dairy.
- Adirondack Corner Store7.6 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.
Drink.
4- R.F. McDougall's Pub7.7 mi
The casual sibling of the Hungry Trout Restaurant, sharing the same Adirondack riverside property next to Whiteface. Pub food, regional beers, and the same view of the West Branch Ausable at a more relaxed price point.
- Lake Placid Pub & Brewery8.5 mi
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- Top of the Park8.8 mi
A Lake Placid bar on Main Street offering a curated selection of wine, scotch, bourbon, craft beer, and top-shelf liquors, complemented by small plates and signature cocktails. Enjoy 'Spirits with a View' from its large deck overlooking Mi…
- Ray Brook Brewhouse13.4 mi
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Stay.
4- Dartbrook Lodge1.7 mi
A small lodge on Route 9N in Keene offering individually furnished cottages and suites in the Great Camp tradition, many with kitchens and private porches. The High Peaks trailheads start a few miles up the road.
- The Mountain House3.1 mi
Your private escape in the lush Adirondack mountains. Situated above the town of Keene Valley, the large Mountain House property boasts three beautifully appointed, rustic guest houses with updated amenities. Book for family vacations, c…
- Adirondack Trail Inn4.0 mi
A twelve-room inn and lodge on five acres in Upper Jay, offering complimentary breakfast, evening bonfires, and close access to High Peaks trails and Whiteface Mountain.
- Keene Valley Lodge4.5 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.
See.
4- Keene Arts1.2 mi
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- Hurricane Mountain Fire Tower5.3 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.
- Lake Placid Bobsled Experience5.9 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.
- Upper Jay Art Center and Recovery Lounge6.0 mi
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- Where is Owls Head Mountain located?Owls Head Mountain is a summit in the Keene region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Owls Head Mountain?Owls Head Mountain rises to 1,683 feet above sea level.
- Is Owls Head 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; Owls Head Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 1,683 feet).
- How difficult is Owls Head Mountain to climb?Owls Head 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.