Location

Lake George Wild Forest,
New York, Adirondacks,
NY

Registration

Overview

Spend 3 days exploring the Lake George Wild Forest. This area has a mix of mountains, ponds, pleasant forests and the scenic shoreline of Lake George. We'll utilize a backcountry base camp and go hiking w/day packs. Limited to 6 participants. Strong beginners with recent day hiking and backpacking experience are encouraged to register. We plan to camp Thursday night October 31, 2024 near the trailhead at Shelving Rock Road so the group can start hiking at 8:30 AM Friday morning. November 1, 2024 Otherwise you may drive up early Friday morning to join us at the trailhead. The leaders will provide one cored, filled and wrapped apple for baking in the campfire coals. Each participant will be expected to carry their own apple ! Day hike mileage: Day #1 hike 4 miles to basecamp. Then day hike 7.5 miles to the shores of Lake George and back to camp. Day #2 hike 11 miles over Black Mtn and explore picturesque ponds. Then return to camp. Day #3 hike 5.5 miles out over Sleeping Beauty Mtn to end the trip. Please preregister using the "Register Now" button, starting Monday September 16. Don't hesitate to sign up for a trip that is wait listed. We usually get cancellations. Because it will be hunting season, ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST wear a solid or patterned Fluorescent orange or yellow hat, vest, or jacket.

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Cost

Free