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The ADK Hiking Page

Since 1922, the Adirondack Mountain Club has been the authority on hiking in the Adirondacks. ADK’s Hiking Page is your source for a wealth of information about Adirondack hiking and backpacking, as well as snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter.

DEC Warns of Avalanche Danger in the Adirondack Back Country

Late Winter/Early Spring Conditions: Unseasonably warm weather has resulted in a significant loss of snow cover. Trails in lower elevations and on southern slopes may have little or no snow. Nighttime temperatures below freezing can result in hard trails in the morning (snow or bare ground), but these trails are often muddy and wet or soft snow by afternoon. Hikers should be prepared for all of these conditions by continuing to carry and use snowshoes, skis and/or crampons as warranted. Also wear waterproof footwear and gaiters and remember to walk through -- not around -- mud and water on trails.  

Winds and wet heavy snow from winter storms have caused substantial amounts of blowdown. Downed limbs and branches may be found on some trails, particularly lesser used side trails. 

Trail Conditions Get up-to-date trail conditions for the High Peaks region. And Hikingcheck the latest weather forecasts.

General Information about hiking and backpacking in the Adirondack High Peaks.

Hikes You Might Like Descriptions of hikes in the High Peaks and other areas of the Adirondacks.

Take a Hike Participate in an organized hike sponsored by an ADK chapter near you.

Hiking With Kids Get them off the couch and into the hills.

Maps and Guidebooks Shop ADK's online store for maps and trail guides, including ADK's eight-volume Forest Preserve Series. FREE SUPPLEMENT: Click here to download a free 24-page 2009 supplement for the Eastern Region.

Gear Advice from the pros on selecting equipment from boots to GPS devices.

Backcountry Skills Novices and experienced hikers can sharpen their skills through ADK educational programs. Need a Guide?

Stay with ADK Spend the night near the trailhead and get an early start.

High Peaks Information Center (HPIC)  

Support the Trails Every year, ADK’s professional and volunteer trails crews spend thousands of hours improving and maintaining hiking trails in the Adirondacks, Catskills, and other wild areas of New York. Click here to find out more about ADK’s Trails Program and what you can do to support it.

Seasonal Information
  • Summer Hiking Summer is a great time to explore the Adirondacks, but planning and preparation are needed to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure.
  • Winter Hiking Winter is beautiful in the Adirondacks, but special precautions are required. Get advice from seasoned winter hikers. Click here for information on renting snowshoes and cross-country skis.
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