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4,175 ft · Adirondack High Peaks, New York
Lower Wolfjaw Mountain
Lower Wolfjaw Mountain is a 4,175 ft peak in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York. The standard route is the Upper and Lower Wolfjaw Trail: 11 mi, 3,914 ft of gain, Class 1.
Lower Wolfjaw Mountain at a glance
- Elevation4,175 ft1,272 m
- RouteUpper and Lower Wolfjaw TrailClass 1
- Distance11 mi3,914 ft gain
- Time8 – 10 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Oct
- RangeAdirondack High PeaksNew York
Climbing the Upper and Lower Wolfjaw Trail
From The Garden in Keene Valley, New York (reservation and fee), or St. Huberts, Lower Wolfjaw is reached via the Wolfjaws Notch or Great Range trails. The climb is steep and rocky with muddy, rooty sections and some scrambling to a wooded summit with limited views. Exposed spots catch wind and quick weather. It is often combined with Upper Wolfjaw and the rest of the Great Range. Carry ample water and food, start early, and expect a long, strenuous outing.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (20–30 L)
Water
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Whistle
Offline Maps- Compass
Headlamp
Power Bank
Hiking Boots
Trekking Poles
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Warm Hat
Light Gloves
Buff
Sun Hat
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
What to watch for
- Steep exposure
- Slippery terrain
- Insects
- High winds
- Storms
- Cold summit conditions
- Rapid weather shifts
- Low visibility
Lower Wolfjaw Mountain on Yak
Climbers have shared 10 climbs of Lower Wolfjaw Mountain on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Lower Wolfjaw Mountain?
Lower Wolfjaw Mountain is 4,175 feet (1,272 m) tall. It is in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
How does Lower Wolfjaw Mountain rank among the Adirondack 46ers?
At 4,175 feet, Lower Wolfjaw Mountain is the 30th highest of the 46 Adirondack 46ers. The highest is Mount Marcy.
How hard is it to hike Lower Wolfjaw Mountain?
The Upper and Lower Wolfjaw Trail is Class 1, which means hiking on a trail. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 11 miles with 3,914 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Lower Wolfjaw Mountain?
Most people take 8 – 10 hours round trip on the Upper and Lower Wolfjaw Trail, covering 11 miles with 3,914 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Can a beginner hike Lower Wolfjaw Mountain?
The Upper and Lower Wolfjaw Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 11 miles with 3,914 feet of elevation gain. Build up on shorter hikes first, start early and carry plenty of water and layers.
When is the best time to hike Lower Wolfjaw Mountain?
The usual hiking window is June to October. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for Lower Wolfjaw Mountain?
The Upper and Lower Wolfjaw Trail starts at about 1,260 feet, roughly 2,915 feet below the summit.
Climb Lower Wolfjaw Mountain with Yak
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