On September 20, I hiked the 3,169-foot Catamount Mountain in the northern Adirondacks. Overall, the hike is 3.6 miles. From the summit, you can see the Saranac River, including Union Falls Pond. Taylor Pond and Silver Lake are also visible. In the other direction, you can see Whiteface. The above photos are from that hike.
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Mike Lynch
Mike Lynch has been the Explorer's climate reporter since January 2025 and has worked for the publication since 2014. In addition to writing about climate change, he covers issues related to wildlife. Mike has also worked as a licensed outdoor guide and thru-paddled the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail. He is the author of 12 Short Hikes on Preserves near Lake George. He can be reached at [email protected].
Mike,
This is one summit I missed climbing when I was able. At the time, the trailhead access was a little squirrely, so it just never got on my priority list. Everyone enjoys hiking ridges above treeline. Thanks for the pix!
It’s probably good to point out that the steep sections are challenging and exposed. Not a good hike for children or people who aren’t comfortable scrambling up steep rocks.
We witnessed a very serious fall on Monday.