Upper Wolfjaw Mountain

Upper Wolfjaw Mountain is a summit in the Adirondack Mountains near Lake Placid in New York and reaches an elevation of 4,185 feet (1,276 m). The peak stands among a collection of major summits in this region that are accessible to hikers.

The mountain was named by painter Alexander Wyant, who saw the deep space between the peaks as resembling a wolf's jaw. This observation gave the summit a name that reflects the distinctive shape of the terrain in this part of the range.

The mountain is part of the Adirondack 46ers program, where hikers aim to climb all the major peaks in the Adirondacks above 4,000 feet (1,219 m). Many visitors use this summit as a milestone in their personal quest to complete this local achievement.

From May through October, hikers need a parking reservation to access the trail system through the Adirondack Mountain Reserve conservation area. It is wise to register in advance and check local conditions before heading out.

The trail system connects to several neighboring summits, allowing hikers to climb multiple peaks during a single outing. This network makes it possible to bag several Great Range peaks in one day.