Buck

On a perfect late summer day in September we went for a hike on Buck Mountain, situated on the eastern shore of Lake George. There are many approaches to this mountain with a spider-web of trails on the map in this area but we hiked from the Hogtown trailhead. We met the Cornells for this particular adventure which helped us find the trailhead!

The trail was easy-going with a few steeper sections. We made our way up slowly with a few breaks to chat and catch our breath. When we crested the summit, we were treated to the best view that I have yet seen of Lake George. It also happened to be the only part of the lake that I have yet kayaked. Our view stretched from Bolton Landing, Northwest Bay, the Tongue Mountain Range and north through the Narrows.

We stayed on the summit for about an hour snacking and taking pictures. With such a fantastic view, we really couldn't help ourselves. We eventually made our way down the trail, with plans to return for hikes up nearby mountains.