The High Peaks are visible from the summit of Treadway mountain in the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness. Spend some time exploring as there are incredible views of Pharaoh Lake just past the summit. The hike is 7.8 miles round trip from Putnam Pond Campground, off Route 74 west of Ticonderoga.
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Great shot. Pharoah lake wilderness is sucha gem. I love Jessica’s photos.
What a beautiful photo.
I slept on Treadway Mountain, John Wayne style many, many years ago, but I don’t remember the view ever looking this stunning.
Awesome job!