Moxham Mountain is a unique and wonderful hike that includes many scenic overlooks and winds through beautiful forests along the way.
Getting there
From Schroon Lake, go south on I-87 to the Pottersville exit. In Pottersville, turn right toward Olmsteadville on County Route 19. In Olmsteadvillle, bear right toward Minerva. Just before reaching Minerva, go left on Fourteenth Road. Continue on Fourteenth Road as it crosses Route 28N. Bear right at an intersection approximately 0.4 mile from Route 28N. The road is paved until it starts a steep descent to the trailhead on the left at 2 miles from Route 28N.
By the numbers
- Distance: 2.5 miles to the summit
- Elevation gain: 1,300 feet
- Elevation: 2,360 feet
Hiking
This is a ridge hike with spectacular views all along the way.
From the trailhead you start climbing immediately, but over the entire course of the hike it is never more than a moderate climb. Quickly you will come to your first view as you top out on the first smaller bump of the ridge. A modest descent will bring you to a dried up beaver pond and a brook crossing, a very scenic area, followed by a climb through a shallow valley that ends on a scenic ridge where the views are some of the best in the Adirondacks.
Once the ridge is gained the summit is not too far away — its sheer ledge can be seen in the distance. The high summits of Indian Lake can be seen from the top, as well as the High Peaks Wilderness off the opposite side. Don’t miss out on this hike; it truly is magnificent.
Snowshoeing
Moxham Mountain is a popular mountain for snowshoeing in the winter, but it is not practical for cross-country skiing.
