Mount Colvin

Mount Colvin is a mountain summit in the Adirondack High Peaks Wilderness Area with an elevation of approximately 4,057 feet and a bare peak. From the top, visitors can see across the surrounding mountain landscape including neighboring peaks and lakes in the distance.

The mountain is named after Verplanck Colvin, a 19th-century surveyor who conducted one of the first accurate measurements of nearby Mount Marcy and helped map the Adirondacks. His surveying work contributed to establishing the Adirondack Park and bringing recognition to the region.

The summit is valued by hikers who use the open spaces and alpine meadows to experience the mountain landscape firsthand. These exposed areas serve as gathering places for people seeking to connect with the natural environment of the Adirondacks.

Hikers should become familiar with weather conditions on the mountain, since the exposed peak is prone to rapid weather changes and offers little shelter. Understanding the trail layout and marked routes helps visitors navigate to the summit successfully.

Along the climb, hikers encounter multiple cascading waterfalls formed by Gill Brook as it flows through densely forested sections. This contrast between dense woodland and exposed rocky terrain creates a distinctive journey to the peak.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 44.09430,-73.83456

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:41