Unlock to see location
Dramatic view over a lake
Category

Hike

Est. Duration

6-8h

Activity level
Message from Jacqueline Krawiecki
  • Hike distance: 11 mile loop

  • Trail rating: Difficult

  • Elevation gain: 1,978 feet

  • Drones are NOT allowed at Indian Head, on AMR property, or in any area designated as "wilderness", "primitive", or "canoe"

**Permits are required between May 1 and October 31. You can get a permit 2 weeks in advance at hikeamr.org **

Hike Indian Head and Fish Hawk Cliffs in the Adirondacks for the most unique and mind-blowing view in New York State.

Over the last few years, Indian Head has shot to Instagram fame, quickly making it one of the most recognizable hikes in Upstate NY. With its unique view of Lower Ausable Lake and the surrounding High Peaks, it’s easy to see how so many people have become enamored with its breathtaking vista.

Clocking in at just over 11 miles round trip, there's no shorter way to access this rocky overlook, which means you have to put in the work to get there.

**Make sure you're prepared by reading my full guide that is linked below. **

Want to see more?

I have created curated maps and itineraries for travellers that want to travel like me.

Nearby local secrets
Whiteface Lodge
Taughannock Falls
Woodstock Way Hotel
AutoCamp Catskills

Looking for things to do?

Go check out my guide for the best free things to do as well as itineraries and travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.

Go to Guide

Rexby was founded in 2021 with the mission of enabling travel content creators to provide a better service and capture more of the immense value they are creating for the tourism industry

Backed by

Contact us

Hallgerðargata 13

105 Reykjavík Iceland

hello@rexby.com
Our licence

Kt: 6909211460

Vsk: 146757

rexby travel agency
Rexby
Explore
Purchases
Messages
Log in