Peaked Mountain (Warren County, New York)
Mountain in New York, United States
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Peaked Mountain is a mountain in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. It is located in the town of Johnsburg near the hamlet of North River. A hiking trail from Thirteenth Lake leads to the partially exposed summit.
| Peaked Mountain | |
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Peaked Mountain in July 2020 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,894 feet (882 m) |
| Coordinates | 43°43′41″N 74°08′53″W[1] |
| Geography | |
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| Location | Johnsburg, New York |
| Topo map | USGS Bullhead Mountain |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Hike |
Geography
Peaked Mountain is located in the town of Johnsburg near the boundary of Warren and Hamilton counties. It reaches a height of 2,894 feet (882 m) and has a partially exposed summit. Peaked Mountain Pond lies to the southwest, while Slide Mountain, Big Thirteenth Lake Mountain and Thirteenth Lake lie to the southeast.[2]
Conservation
Peaked Mountain is part of the Siamese Ponds Wilderness Area.[3] It is one mile away from a garnet mining operation, which has sought approval from the Adirondack Park Agency to expand its operation on property it owns on the edge of the wilderness area that would move a tailings pile closer.[4]
Recreation
The summit of Peaked Mountain is accessed by a 7 miles (11 km) round-trip out-and-back hiking trail that covers 1,270 feet (390 m) of elevation gain[5]. According to the Times Union, Peaked Mountain provides a "challenging but manageable climb" that balances rugged terrain and summit views without long distances or technical climbing.[6] The trail begins along Thirteenth Lake, which offers swimming and camping spots, before turning toward Peaked Mountain Pond and the final climb to the summit.[7] The trail is accessible in winter with snowshoes and crampons.[5] Summit views extend to the south and west.[3]