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4,607 ft · Adirondack High Peaks, New York
Santanoni Peak
Santanoni Peak is a 4,607 ft peak in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York. The standard route is the Santanoni Peak: 10 mi, 3,028 ft of gain, Class 2.
Santanoni Peak at a glance
- Elevation4,607 ft1,404 m
- RouteSantanoni PeakClass 2
- Distance10 mi3,028 ft gain
- Time7 – 9 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Oct
- RangeAdirondack High PeaksNew York
Climbing the Santanoni Peak
From the Upper Works trailhead near Tahawus, New York, the Santanoni Range is reached by the Bradley Pond trail and steep, rough herd paths. Santanoni is trailless with mud, blowdown, and eroded climber's paths, often via the Times Square junction shared with Panther and Couchsachraga. Navigation skills help in poor visibility, and the wooded summit has limited views. Remote with fast-changing weather. Plan a long, strenuous day, start before dawn, and carry a map and headlamp.
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
- Stream crossing
- Low visibility
- Remote location
- Boggy terrain
- Slippery terrain
- Insects
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Santanoni Peak?
Santanoni Peak is 4,607 feet (1,404 m) tall. It is in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
How does Santanoni Peak rank among the Adirondack 46ers?
At 4,607 feet, Santanoni Peak is the 14th highest of the 46 Adirondack 46ers. The highest is Mount Marcy.
How hard is it to hike Santanoni Peak?
The Santanoni Peak is Class 2, which means off-trail hiking with some use of your hands for balance. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 10 miles with 3,028 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Santanoni Peak?
Most people take 7 – 9 hours round trip on the Santanoni Peak, covering 10 miles with 3,028 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Santanoni Peak?
The Santanoni Peak needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 10 miles with 3,028 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 Santanoni Peak?
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 Santanoni Peak?
The Santanoni Peak starts at about 1,750 feet, roughly 2,857 feet below the summit.
Climb Santanoni Peak 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