





The hike up Jenkins from the Paul Smith's College VIC is long, but well worth it for views of the St. Regis Canoe Area and beyond. Because of its length, be prepared for your hike, and ensure that you have all the gear you need.
Key takeaways
- Distance: 8 miles round trip
- Elevation gain: about 1,350 feet
- Elevation: 2,513 feet
- Hike includes trail junctions and bridges
Hiking Jenkins Mountain
Cross the paved road you drove in on and head for the gazebo. Follow the trail as it dips down to Heron Marsh and crosses Barnum Brook, after which it officially becomes the Jenkins Mountain Trail. Continue through a pleasant hardwood forest to a T-intersection and turn right, following the blue trail markers. The trail meanders through the forest without gaining or losing much elevation. It soon passes the Black Pond/Long Pond trail, described below, before passing a couple attractive beaver ponds. Shortly after the ponds, the trail makes a broad sweep around the base of the mountain before the moderate climb to the partially open summit begins. The outstanding view includes waterways and some attractive wilderness peaks.
Jenkins in the winter
This is a long, but considered only moderate, ski or shoe, with lots of switchbacks to keep it doable if you have the experience. Keep a look out for blue markings if there's a fresh snow and no trail broken out.
New as of 2023, backcountry skiers now have access to the Jenkins Mountain Open Woods Ski Zone. The “Where’s Ron Kon?” ski trails are an advanced backcountry skiing experience where hidden hazards, changing conditions, and varied terrain all affect your safety. By entering this terrain you waive any liability. Users of the area are required to have a Paul Smith’s College VIC trail pass and the following equipment: helmet, climbing skins, alpine touring ski equipment. Snowshoes are not permitted on the backcountry ski trails.
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Does Jenkins sound amazing, but a little more than you want to tackle right now? No need to stress, we can help you find a uniquely Saranac Lake trail that’s right for you!
How to get there
From Tupper Lake, take Route 3 east. At the intersection with Route 30, go north, past Paul Smiths College. The VIC is on the left, about 1 mile past the college. Turn into the well-marked driveway and follow it to the large parking area.





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