Whales Tail Mountain rises to 2,930 feet in the northwest Adirondacks, named for its distinctive dual-summit profile visible from Tupper Lake. The herdpath ascent is steep and unmarked — locals know it, but the route requires navigation skills and tolerance for rough ground.
2 mapped trails reach it — Whales Tail Ski Trail (0.3 mi) and Van Hoevenberg Trail (7.7 mi). Nearby waters include Marcy Dam Pond and MacIntyre Brook.
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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