There is a small free parking lot at Smith Street, otherwise you can park in town and walk to the trailhead. The footpath connects Lake George Village to the bridge that signals the start of the trail up Prospect Mountain.

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285 m

Bridge over the Highway

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You traverse a bridge over the Adirondack Northway to begin the hike up Prospect Mountain.

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298 m

East Trail (Red) — Lower Segment

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The East Trail (Red) ascends around 1600 feet up a rocky trail to a picnic area, overlook, and old cable car site at the top of the mountain. There is …

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1.36 km

East Trail (Red) — Upper Segment

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The East Trail (Red) ascends around 1600 feet up a rocky trail to a picnic area, overlook, and old cable car site at the top of the mountain. The upper …

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2.45 km

Prospect Mountain Summit

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On top of Prospect Mountain with its famous view on the lake.

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2.62 km

Overlook to Lake George Village

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Lake George Village was originally called "Caldwell" when it was founded in 1810. In the late 1800s it became an increasing popular tourist site due to the beauty of the …

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5.97 km

Prospect Mountain East Trailhead

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.99 km

830 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.82 km

830 m

171 m

150 m

Elevation

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