One of my favorite hikes in the high peak region -- it's a great starter one to those interested in doing a high peak. You combine it with Porter to get two mountains off your list, for the "physical price" of doing one! This is a gentle mountain, but still should not be taken lightly as it is a high peak and it will challenge you, no matter how fit you might be. I've climbed this in the summer 2-3 times and at least 2-3 times in the winter. I prefer doing it in the winter personally for less crowds and beautiful ice covered pine sights and an Arctic wonderland, but either one is gorgeous. Parking is free, but limited...come early to try to snag a spot. Doing both mountains will only add an hour or so to your total hike time, so don't be afraid to tackle both even if you might be tired after hitting Cascade. I think Cascade is good to hit first and then head over to Porter, but honestly either one will work well. Plan 3-8hours round trip, depending on your level of physical ability. Come prepared and know the conditions, talk to the rangers or other hikers so you know what to expect. read more

One of the 46 high peaks and known to be the easiest and quickest round trip hike! This means that you should expect it to be the busiest as well! Early birds will get the parking spots, but during the warmer season, early may mean arriving before 6:30am for optimal parking! A phenomenal panoramic view that gives a great view from anywhere you decide to post up on the top for a quick snack. You can also hike this to mount porter which is another high peak of the 46er club! For avid hikers/trail runners, you could really round trip in under 2 hours. For new mountain hikers, best to expect a 4-5 hour trek for those who aren't use to the 2000 feet of elevation gain. read more

Great hike. One of the ADK 46ers. Offers views and a nice hike, takes about 2-3 hours for inexperienced hikers and people with children, and 1-2 hours one-way for expert hikers. Very clear trails, though markings are not throughout the trail. An easy afternoon hike, offering a 360 degree vista at the top, as well as streams, rocky areas, and muddy paths. The mountain was previously used to survey the area. If you are doing this hike, wear a mask, and bring keep it handy for when crowds to pass. This mountain sees a lot of traffic, so keep yourself and others safe. You wouldn't go on a mountain hike without your proper shoes and gear, so treat your mask as part of that. A route to Porter mountain top is also located 2/3 the way up cascade's trail. read more

Cascade Mountain - Trail marker - Skate Parks Near Me - Lake Placid, New York

Hiking this mountain is considered a "beginner" 46er hike (one of the 46 peaks over 4000 feet in the Adirondacks) but wow did it kick our butts! The up was not so bad but the down had our knees screaming. But the views were so very worth it! Scrambling up rocks for the last 200 or so Feet yields 360 degree views. You can see the bobsled track and ski jumps in Lake Placid. We enjoyed a beautiful early autumn day and it was warm at the top. We didn't think we needed sunscreen because much of the hike is under tree cover but the top is exposed and you'll want to enjoy time up there. This is a heavily trafficked hike so I recommend you go during the week if possible (or else very early in the morning). Also recommend hiking poles. read more

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So, funny story. My SO and I were planning on hiking up Black Mountain the day we decided to go up Cascade Mountain. I can be pretty spontaneous and am so glad we did this hike. It was our first peak, and it was a good one as there are two you can finish out of the 46 if you decide to do this climb. We mostly just had water on the way up but it's all we needed, except maybe a first aid kit. This hike took us a total of 5 hours up and back, but we spent a lot of time stopping (for photography and resting) and a decent time up top. It is considered an easier hike but I didn't think it was easy - I would probably consider it a moderate hike for somebody who doesn't have a lot of hiking experience with mountains. The day we went it was also raining and muddy so that slowed us down a little but it was scattered rain so it was not too bad. The hardest part for me was towards the top, I'm not used to going up large rocks but I was up for the challenge and the view was very rewarding. I recommend it highly and would do it again! read more

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This was a great hike not too far from Lake Placid/Mirror Lake. AllTrails ranks this as moderate difficulty. I would say Medium+ to Hard is more accurate. It is a 4.4 mi out and back trail is almost straight up the mountain with 1900 feet in elevation change. Several sections require you to grab onto trees and footings can be tricky. I would recommend bringing climbing poles, but most hikers did not have them. It was a MUCH easier ascent than Giant Mountain, which I would consider Very Hard and where climbing poles were a must. Once you reach the summit, there is a huge, exposed rock that can relax on and enjoy the panoramic views. It's a big bang for your buck so to speak. AllTrails link: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/cascade-mountain--2 read more

Cascade Mountain - Skate Parks Near Me - Lake Placid, New York

This hike is a must do bucket list kinda activity. The view is awesome, and the hike up and back is doable. Some people hiked up in the dark, of course using a headlamp, and said sunrise was glorious. read more

Cascade Mountain - #cascademountain #highpeaks #adk - Skate Parks Near Me - Lake Placid, New York

It is rated a 2 out of 7 which seems to be a little out there however this was our first mountain hike in the Adirondacks. This mountain will definitely push you, and I wouldn't consider it to be on the mild side. We are in pretty good shape and still found ourselves exhausted and needing breaks. If you are not used to the altitude, consider taking it slow. Most of the hike is scaling rocks so be sure to wear hiking boots rather than athletic shoes otherwise prepare for blisters. The whole hike took us about 5 hours but we spent about an hour up top to have lunch and took it slow coming down. It shouldn't be a race, take in the beauty of nature instead. Views are breathtaking and seriously make the whole ordeal worth it. Towards the top of the mountain it gets a little icy so be careful! But seriously, if you are going to hike this, don't fucking litter. I don't care to see what past travelers have eaten on their way up or bags of dog poop carelessly left on the sides of the trail. Also, smoking? C'mon. We had a guy sit up top and smoke a cigar. Rather than inhaling the mountain air, I smelled a cheap-ass Black 'n' Mild. Be considerate!!! Advice? Pack snacks and enough water. We packed trail mix, snack cakes, sandwiches and granola bars. Every time we stopped we ate even if we weren't hungry just to fuel our sugar and maintain energy. Bring a windbreaker or hoodie for when you arrive at the top, the longer you stay up there the colder it gets. Strap snow grips to your boots to avoid slipping on the ice, otherwise take it slow. Oh yeah, and try a taste of the water from the waterfall down at the bottom! So fresh and cold, made for a refreshing break, we even gathered some in our thermos it was so good. read more

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Excellent. 1) It is the best hike for beginners doing the High Peaks. 2) The views are just fantastic. 3) They have parking, but most park on the road. read more

My friend and I came to do this hike, and it was great! It was somewhat challenging but not too bad, and best of all it was mostly in the shade. The view at the top was quite awesome, and it's also connected to Porter Mountain if you want to peak bag the 46 Adirondack peaks. I would definitely recommend this hike - finally some good hiking in New York! read more

For starters, just gotta throw it out there that the Porta potties at the trailhead were the cleanest ones I've ever been in my life. This hike kicked my out-of-shape ass, but was well worth it to knock off 2 high peaks off the list. The trailhead is located very closely off the highway, if you see a few cars just parked on the side of the road then you've got the right spot. I recommend using the all trails app if you're having trouble getting to the trail head. You can reach both Cascade and Porter high peaks via this trail. I would recommend doing porter first (which is an extra 1.4 miles to go there and back) because Cascade definitely offers a better view. It's nice to sit, relax and take in the views on the top of Cascade, we packed lunch and enjoyed it up there. The trails are well maintained and have wooden planks in spots at the top that tend to get wet and sloppy. The hike is mainly very rocky and has about a 2,000ft elevation change. According to my Fitbit it was equivalent to hiking 240 flights of stairs. Definitely a good workout, and the views are rewarding. There were children and even dogs on the trail, would be a nice hike to start off the 46er list! read more

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A great moderate hike. It will push you, but it's on the manageable side in terms of the 46ers. I know the other reviewer remarks that it's a grueling 4.5 hrs, but we did it much faster. My husband and I finished the hike in just under 3 hours, even while spending a decent amount of time taking everything in at the top. We're not the most athletic people out there, but we do hike quite a bit and also go running short distances regularly. We didn't stop for any breaks on the way up or down though, so factor this in when planning your day. The trailhead is just by the cascade lakes off route 73 and starts off very innocently. It's flat with several rocks for about 15 minutes or so, but then the ascent will get you. The part that makes this hike so accessible is that after a steep section, there's usually a more flat section for you to catch your breath and steady yourself. Children ages 10 and over may enjoy this moderate hike as a good introduction to the high peaks 46ers once they've mastered some easier ones. The top 0.3 miles is basically straight up over some steep rocky ledges that will require using a lot of core and upper body strength. There's a lookout about 10 minutes prior to the summit that's beautiful within its own rights. The views are astounding! Going down isn't too bad as long as you have strong knees and quads. It was super muddy when we did it, and my legs were covered in mud by the end. But my face was covered with a big fat smile! Love the high peaks! read more

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I loved Cascade Mountain and as my third high peak so far I thoroughly enjoyed the experience! The mountain hike was beautiful and I completed it during the end of peak leaf changing season which was so beautiful! The top portion of the mountain had snow and ice which was super cool. Be aware of your physical needs and always wear good boots, micro spikes, and bring plenty of water, a snack, and anything else you think you may need. The hike itself wasn't too bad and the top was just amazing with the views in every direction. I loved the final ascent to the peak on open exposed rock although it was quite cold up there in the open. The path to Cascade also allows you access to Porter Mountain at a split although the path there was at least for me an absolute mess of mud and slush. My boots were totally destroyed but holy cow was it worth it to complete both of these great mountains. These two mountains are two of the more commonly completed ones and are located conveniently off the highway with a good amount of parking nearby. I loved Cascade and Porter, can't wait to do them again someday! read more

Worth it but it's difficult. The 46 peak book says to estimate an hour per mile and half and hour per 1,000 feet of elevation if you are trying to figure out how long it will take you. You can pair this hike with the hike to the peak of Porter mountain because the base is the same. The top of Cascade is complete steep rock that involves a ladder and it was very windy when I was up there. It's highly trafficked. The porta pottys at the trailhead were DISGUSTING and there is also one at the top that I did not check out. Bring a lot of water and a snack. They use a 1-7 ranking for the high peaks and this is a 2. I've also done Whiteface, which is a 4 and based on that I think the 2 rating is fair. The ascent to the peak is short but difficult but the overall hike isn't "that bad" assuming you are a fairly avid hiker. I wouldn't recommend this for a novice or kids. Hiking boats with good trend, hiking poles, hat, sunscreen, back pack are all recommended. Also, it's not that I dislike dogs but I don't know your dog and the trail requires it to be on a leash so put your dog on a leash and pick up after it. While I'm at it, no one wants to hear your music coming out of your speaker, we're here for the tranquility of the mountain. Also, hiking etiquette requires that you yield to the person hiking up. read more

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This was a grueling 4.5 hour hike but the payoff was well worth it. Not only do you get to experience the top of one of the ADK 46 (mountains above 4,000 feet) but you get some great rocky formations and ledges to play on; with some great views all around. read more

Cascade Mountain - Top view - Skate Parks Near Me - Lake Placid, New York

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This mountain kicked my ass. And sadly is listed as one of the easiest high peaks. Go here if you want to realize just how out of shape you really are. Bring extra water. read more

This was my first 46er many years ago. Easy as far as 46ers go and worth the hike, but if you are just looking for a moderate hike with rewarding views, there are many other options in the region. read more