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High Peaks Wilderness
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High Peaks Wilderness
The Top 20 Peaks in High Peaks Wilderness
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in High Peaks Wilderness is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in High Peaks Wilderness for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in High Peaks Wilderness for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Cascade Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
Great summit views await at the top of Cascade Mountain! On a clear day, you can see the High Peaks, Lake Placid and Lake Champlain from here.
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Ampersand Mountain
Highlight • Summit
From the summit, you have incredible views of the Saranac Lakes and the High Peaks.
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Mount Marcy
Highlight • Summit
Mount Marcy is the highest mountain in the Adirondacks! From the summit, you can see most of the High Peaks.
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The Brothers
Highlight • Summit
From the summit you get spectacular views south toward the Wolfjaw Mountains and the range which leads up past Basin and Haystack to Mount Marcy. This hike is especially beautiful in the fall.
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Big Slide Lookout
Highlight • Summit
The hike up to Big Slide from the east is steep but short. From the summit you get sweeping views of Mount Marcy and the surrounding mountain ranges.
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