Wallface Mountain, Mountain summit in Adirondacks, New York, United States
Wallface Mountain features a dominant cliff that rises 800 feet above Indian Pass, making it the largest vertical rock face in New York State.
The mountain contains remnants of an abandoned mining village near Upper Works, reflecting the industrial heritage of the Adirondack region during the 19th century.
Rock climbers from across North America travel to Wallface Mountain to attempt its twenty established routes, which range from traditional to aid climbing styles.
The trek to Wallface Mountain's base takes approximately three hours from the Upper Works trailhead, covering four miles through remote Adirondack wilderness terrain.
Three of the four recorded climbing fatalities in Adirondack Park occurred on Wallface Mountain's cliff face, emphasizing its technical climbing challenges.
Location: New York
GPS coordinates: 44.13805,-74.03673
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:01
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