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4,867 ft · Adirondack High Peaks, New York
Whiteface Mountain
Whiteface Mountain is a 4,867 ft peak in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York. The standard route is the Summit Trail: 9 mi, 3,664 ft of gain, Class 1.
Whiteface Mountain at a glance
- Elevation4,867 ft1,483 m
- RouteSummit TrailClass 1
- Distance9 mi3,664 ft gain
- Time5 – 7 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJun – Oct
- RangeAdirondack High PeaksNew York
Climbing the Summit Trail
From Wilmington, New York, hike from Connery Pond on the Whiteface Landing trail, or use the Marble Mountain approach. A summit highway and castle also reach the top, so expect tourists near the summit in season. The foot trail is long with steady climbing and rocky sections up high. The exposed summit has strong wind and cold even in summer, and weather changes fast on the isolated cone. Esther is often added via the ridge. Start early and pack warm layers for the top.
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
- Snow near summit
- Ice near summit
- High winds
- Storms
- Cold summit conditions
- Rapid weather shifts
- Low visibility
- Loose rock
Whiteface Mountain on Yak
Climbers have shared 29 climbs of Whiteface Mountain on Yak. Read their trip reports and recent conditions in the app
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Frequently asked questions
How tall is Whiteface Mountain?
Whiteface Mountain is 4,867 feet (1,483 m) tall. It is in the Adirondack High Peaks, New York.
How does Whiteface Mountain rank among the Adirondack 46ers?
At 4,867 feet, Whiteface Mountain is the 5th highest of the 46 Adirondack 46ers. The highest is Mount Marcy.
How hard is it to hike Whiteface Mountain?
The Summit Trail is Class 1, which means hiking on a trail. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 9 miles with 3,664 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to hike Whiteface Mountain?
Most people take 5 – 7 hours round trip on the Summit Trail, covering 9 miles with 3,664 feet of elevation gain, so most people do it in a day.
Can a beginner hike Whiteface Mountain?
The Summit Trail needs no climbing skills, but it is a hard day: 9 miles with 3,664 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 Whiteface 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 Whiteface Mountain?
The Summit Trail starts at about 1,290 feet, roughly 3,577 feet below the summit.
Climb Whiteface Mountain with Yak
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