La Chute River Walk Interpretive Trail

Go through downtown Ticonderoga’s Bicentennial Park on this 1.7-mile trail. You can go beneath a rustic covered bridge and go around the Falls, a 230-foot waterfall created by a dam. Dogs allowed but must be on a leash.

Cook Mountain

A great hike on Baldwin Road with a few different routes at varying levels. The easiest is a simple loop (.75 miles), the most difficult is a steep climb (1.1 miles, 2.2 round trip) to the top of the mountain that provides a beautiful view of either the Green Mountains of Vermont or a little further on the trail, a stunning view looking south over Lake George On the Blue Trail (reached via the Yellow Trail), you can walk by a sole grave-stone dating back to the Civil War. Dogs are allowed on this trail but must be kept on a leash. There is limited road-side parking. Trail Guide from Lake George Land Conservancy.

Mt. Defiance

This small mountain provides incredible views of Fort Ticonderoga and Lake Champlain. An easy and well-traveled route on a paved road, just one mile to the top (two there and back). There is a small parking lot at the trailhead.

Fort Ticonderoga’s Carillon Battlefield Trail

Walk through history on the Carillon Battlefield Trail. This 1.7-mile loop goes along the historic battlefield where the Battle of Carillon took place during the French and Indian War. The Fort Ticonderoga provides a trail map and the full history of the trial. Only accessible June through October.

Lost Pond Route

A 3.4-mile loop outside Ticonderoga with a moderate terrain trail used primarily for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching. At the top of the trail, you will loop around a small pond, though there are a few rock scrambles on one side. Dogs are allowed on the trail.

Record Hill on Anthony’s Nose

A 0.80-mile trail (1.6 miles total) is protected land and provides a stunning view of Lake George and the mountains that surround it looking north, south, and west. The trail can be used from dawn until dusk all year and there is a designated parking area.

Trail Mix

Marsha Jewett-LaPointe, 518-503-5322

Adirondack Mountain & Stream Guide Service

Provides guide services for all four seasons, with a range of activities including hunting, fishing, canoeing, hiking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. 518-251-3762

Trail Etiquette

• Leave No Trace 7 Principles: 
• Plan ahead and prepare. 
• Travel and camp on durable surfaces.
• Dispose of waste properly. 
• Leave what you find. 
• Minimize campfire impacts.
• Respect wildlife. 
• Be considerate of other visitors.

Safety

• NYS Department of Conservation Trail Safety 
• 10 Hiking Essentials 
• Navigation 
• Insulation/rain gear 
• Light
• First-aid/Supplies 
• Emergency kit 
• Fire 
• Nutrition 
• Water 
• Sun & Insect protection 
• Emergency Shelter 
• Ticonderoga Emergency Department 
• Call 911 in case of emergency on the mountain

Day 1: Roger’s Rock and Fruit Picking

Whether you’re staying in town or at the Campground, going up Roger’s Rock is a great hike, even with young children. From the top, there is a stunning view to the north and south of Lake George and east towards Vermont. There is a bit of a scramble to get to the top, but the view is worth it. 

• Once you’ve finished and depending on the season, you can do some blueberry or apple picking. 

• Summer: Blueberry picking at Valley View Farm. 
• Fall: Apple picking at Gunnison’s or Billy Bob’s Orchards. 

• Stock up on trail snacks at the Ti Foods Natural Coop.

Day 2: Cook Mountain Adventure

On Baldwin Road, Cook Mountain offers a few different routes at varying levels. Check out the Blue Trail, (reached via the Yellow Trail), and walk by a sole grave-stone dating back to the Civil War back towards the trailhead. At the top, there is signage to either the Vermont View or the Lake View (we recommend them both).

• Take a dip in the lake to cool off afterward at Black Point Beach or check out some other water activities you can do on Lake George (link to that page).
• Fuel up after a long day at Bodette’s Barbecue Smokehouse