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3,895 ft · Adirondack High Peaks, New York
Nye Mountain
Nye Mountain is a 3,895 ft peak in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York. The standard route is the Street and Nye Mountain Trail: 8 mi, 2,650 ft of gain, Class 1.
Nye Mountain at a glance
- Elevation3,895 ft1,187 m
- RouteStreet and Nye Mountain TrailClass 1
- Distance8 mi2,650 ft gain
- Time6 – 8 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Oct
- RangeAdirondack High PeaksNew York
Climbing the Street and Nye Mountain Trail
From the Adirondak Loj at Heart Lake near Lake Placid, Nye is a trailless peak usually climbed with Street after fording Indian Pass Brook. The crossing can be difficult in high water. The herd path is muddy and rooty with a modest final climb to a wooded summit with limited views. Navigation helps at faint junctions, and the interior is remote with quick weather changes. Carry a map, wear grippy footwear for the crossing, and start early to pair Nye and Street in a day.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (20–30 L)
Water
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Whistle
Offline Maps- Compass
- Paper Map
GPS Device
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
- Low visibility
- Slippery terrain
- Insects
Nye Mountain on Yak
Climbers have shared 11 climbs of Nye Mountain on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Nye Mountain?
Nye Mountain is 3,895 feet (1,187 m) tall. It is in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
How does Nye Mountain rank among the Adirondack 46ers?
At 3,895 feet, Nye Mountain is the 45th highest of the 46 Adirondack 46ers. The highest is Mount Marcy.
How hard is it to hike Nye Mountain?
The Street and Nye Mountain Trail is Class 1, which means hiking on a trail. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 8 miles with 2,650 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Nye Mountain?
Most people take 6 – 8 hours round trip on the Street and Nye Mountain Trail, covering 8 miles with 2,650 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Nye Mountain?
The Street and Nye Mountain Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 8 miles with 2,650 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 Nye 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 Nye Mountain?
The Street and Nye Mountain Trail starts at about 2,190 feet, roughly 1,705 feet below the summit.
Climb Nye Mountain with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list