Crane Pond Road
Adirondack, NY 19999
518-532-7675
A long hike to the base of the mountain, a short climb, then 360 degrees of stunning views from the summit vast Pharaoh Lake Wilderness area.
Pharaoh Mountain Trailhead: Crane Pond Trailhead: Exit 28 off of I-87 and continue south on Route 9 to Alder Meadow Road. Turn onto Crane Pond Road and continue straight for 6.5 miles (don't go up the hill at the split). If you don't have 4x4 you can park around the y-split and walk the 2 miles of rough road.
8.4 miles RT (from Crane Pond,) Moderate Climb but a long trail, Elevation 2556'
Time in hours:
Family with Young Kids: not recommended Experienced Hiker: To Summit: 3.5 Round Trip: 7.5 Out of Shape Hiker: not recommended
Some photos courtesy of cnyhiking.com. Read their blog post about this hike!
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