Pilot Knob rises 2,159 feet above Lake George's southern basin—a short, steep climb from the Shelving Rock trailhead rewards with open ledges over the Narrows. The summit sees steady traffic in summer; the rock scrambles near the top demand dry conditions.
It is reached by the New Buck climber's path (0.3 mi). Nearby waters include Butternut Brook and Inman Pond.
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data; surface and capacity from OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
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