Rankin Pond Mountain.
Rankin Pond Mountain rises to 2,270 feet in the northern Adirondacks — a wooded summit without maintained trails. Reached by bushwhack; no views from the top, but the approach passes Rankin Pond, a quiet water worth the detour.
Nearby waters include Little Rankin Pond and Balfour Lake.
The summit, surveyed.
What the summit is doing today.
Where to leave the car.
Seasonal pattern for this peak · tops out ~2,270 ft · live closures appear above
Nearby points of interest.
- Little Rankin PondPond0.5 mi
- Balfour LakeLake0.7 mi
- Rankin PondPond0.8 mi
- Stony Pond BrookStream1.1 mi
- Twentyninth PondPond1.4 mi
- Lost PondPond1.6 mi
- Stony Pond Lean-To2.0 mi
- Camps Baco & Che-Na-Wa0.6 mi
- Site 32.2 mi
- Moose Pond Rd Campsite #32.2 mi
- Moose Pond Rd Campsite #42.2 mi
- Site 42.2 mi
- Site 22.2 mi
Peaks that share the range.
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4- becks TAVERN11.5 mi
A tavern on Peaceful Valley Road in North Creek serving German-inspired dishes alongside burgers, wings, and bar standards. The Yurts out back are the conversation piece.
- DeCesare's Pizzeria12.6 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.
- Sticks & Stones Wood Fired Bistro & Bar12.7 mi
Sticks and Stones Wood fired Bistro and Bar, Menu, Events, Catering, Location, Adirondack style private parties.
- Cafe Adirondack Restaurant & Wine Room13.0 mi
Please call 518-494-5800 for reservations, or to check for takeout and walk in availability.
Sip.
4- 9 Mile Coffee Co13.0 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 Crepes13.0 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.
- Schoolhouse Grounds Coffee Shop20.4 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.
- Waypoint Cafe21.8 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.
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4- The Hungry Crow Market & Café10.8 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 Cream13.0 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 Cream17.2 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 Parlor17.6 mi
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Drink.
4- The Brown Swan and Tavern12.8 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 & Grill13.0 mi
Long-standing, log cabin–style haunt offering traditional pub grub, draft beer & cocktails.
- Indian Lake Restaurant, Tavern and Liquor Store13.0 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…
- Black Bear Restaurant & Bar13.0 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.
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4- North River Hobby Farm Cabin and Glamping Rentals8.0 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…
- The Pilot's House9.6 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.
- The Alpine Lodge10.5 mi
A 19-room lodge in North Creek with recently updated rooms, suites with kitchenettes, smart-room amenities, Tesla chargers, pet-friendly rooms. Five minutes to Gore Mountain.
- Gore Mountain Lodge11.4 mi
Gore Mountain Lodge is your Adirondack lodging vacation escape two minutes from both the lifts at Gore Mountain and the Hudson River.
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4- Revolution Rail Co. - Thurman Station10.3 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.
- North Creek Depot Museum10.3 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.
- Newcomb Ski Slope10.8 mi
2 slope municipal ski slope free to the public.
- Natural Stone Bridge & Caves11.1 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.
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- Where is Rankin Pond Mountain located?Rankin Pond Mountain is a summit in the Schroon Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- How tall is Rankin Pond Mountain?Rankin Pond Mountain rises to 2,270 feet above sea level.
- Is Rankin Pond 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; Rankin Pond Mountain is not on that list (it stands at 2,270 feet).
- How difficult is Rankin Pond Mountain to climb?Rankin Pond Mountain 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.