Algonquin Peak

Algonquin Peak is a mountain in Adirondack Park and the second highest summit in New York. The slopes feature exposed rock walls and distinct zones of vegetation that shift with elevation.

Geologist Ebenezer Emmons first documented the summit in 1837. The mountain received its name in 1880 when surveyor Verplanck Colvin linked it to historical Algonquian territorial lands.

The mountain received its name in 1880 when surveyor Verplanck Colvin associated the location with historical Algonquian territorial boundaries.

The main trail begins at the Adirondack Loj parking area. Hikers need sturdy footwear, should monitor weather conditions, and carry adequate water and snacks for the journey.

The summit shelters rare arctic plants such as American dwarf birch, which survive in the alpine tundra above 4000 feet. These species typically belong to ecosystems far to the north and stand out in this location.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 44.14359,-73.98668

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:45