Conditions Update · 2019-10-23 (posted)
Region: ADK · Confidence: Low · Created: 2026-06-27 17:47
Summary
Sawyer Mountain is an easy beginner hike in the Indian Lake region with 630 feet of elevation gain over 1 mile. The wooded summit lacks significant views, but trail-side lookouts offer vistas of Snowy, Wakely, and other nearby peaks.
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- pureadirondacks
- Sawyer Mountain
- https://pureadirondacks.com/blogs/adirondack-hiking/sawyer-mountain
- Posted: 2019-10-23 13:33
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If you’re just getting introduced to Indian Lake hiking, Sawyer Mountain is a great starting point. With only 630ft of elevation gain in about 1 mile, it makes for a great beginner hike. Although the summit is wooded and doesn’t have much of a view there are lookouts along the trail as you make your way to the top. From these lookouts, there are views of Snowy, Wakely, and other mountains in the Indian Lake region. The trailhead is located off of Route 28/30. Trail Stats: Trailhead: 📍 Google Directions