Harris Hill

Went for a short bushwhack hike in the Northeastern Adirondacks today. I climbed Harris Hill in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest. Parked on Ensign Pond Road in a dirt pull-off on north side of road near a road-side memorial. The beginning of the hike was a little tough - had to get around a steep mini knob and through a logged area with some blowdown. Then, I started climbing up the SW ridge of the mountain to the first false peak. It was relatively easy going with mostly open woods and no cliffs or steep parts. Quickly reached the top and then followed the ridge over the second false peak and then the true peak of Harris Hill. There were nice views along the way to the west. Lots of open areas with blueberries on this peak. Had a warm, sunny day for a quick trek in the woods. Luckily, bugs were not too bad.

Summit Elevation:  Harris Hill 2211 ft
Round-trip Distance: 3.5 mi
Elevation Change: 1350 ft

Harris Hill