Panther Mountain
The trail starts climbing right away with tall pines towering over you. The trail then swings west to reduce the grade a bit and then back to the east to gain a small ridge that brings you to the partially open summit. From the summit area the Seward Range can be seen to the south, and Panther Pond below.
Trailhead Location:
From the intersection of Route 3 and Route 30 in Tupper Lake follow Route 3/30 toward Saranac Lake Lake. Continue to where the two routes split and continue on Route 3 toward Saranac Lake. Drive for an additional 1.6 miles to the trailhead on the left. Parking will be on the right next to Panther Pond.
Distance Round Trip:
1.2 Miles
Elevation:
2236’
Elevation Gain or Loss:
780’
Time Round Trip:
Family with Young Kids: 1.5 to 2 hours
Experienced Hiker: 1 to 1.5 hours
Out of Shape Hiker: 1.5 to 2 hours