Hike Dial and Nippletop Mountains (ADK 46'er, Weekend Camping)

We’ll be bagging two 4,000 footers in the Adirondack’s High Peaks Region, Dial and Nippletop Mountains (4,020 ft. and 4,620 ft. respectively). Both Dial and Nippletop offer incredible views of the Great Range, Colvin and Blake Mountains. The plan is to camp at Wilmington Notch Friday and Saturday night and hike Dial/Nippletop Saturday. The plan is open for Sunday; another hike, paddling or chill time before heading back. We’ll be doing a long road walk via the Ausable Club and Lake Rds. before heading up via Elk Pass to Nippletop followed by Dial Mountain. We’ll descend via the Leach Trail back to the road and parking lot. The total distance of this hike will be about 13 miles with 4,000 ft. of elevation gain. You must have hiking experience of at least 3,000 ft. of elevation gain in order to join this trip.

Reservations have already been made for the weekend. We'll be camping at Wilmington Notch Campground which can fit 6 people and 2 cars. Due to the restrictions, no non-carpoolers will be allowed to join us at the campsite. If you live outside the Boston area, we can coordinate a location to pick you up at a Park & Ride along the way. By signing up for this trip, you agree to split the cost of the campsite evenly among everyone else who joins. There will be no refunds if you cancel within 14 days of this trip due to the refund policy at the state park. Only sign up for this trip if you know you can make it.

Click here see the required camping/backpacking gear for this adventure. This spreadsheet can be downloaded. Some of the gear can be consolidated, which will be communicated as a group as the trip gets closer.

What to bring for hiking:

Waterproof hiking boots

Non-cotton layers

Headlamp

2-3 liters of water (water can be refilled at huts along the traverse)

Snacks and lunch. You will be burning a lot of energy!

Microspikes

Positive attitude

If you have questions, feel free to comment below or use the Ridj-it chat and I will respond as soon as possible! Thank you for being a team player and looking forward to a great adventure!

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