Mt. Marcy

Mt. Marcy is the #1 highest of the 46 Adirondack High Peaks at 5,344 feet above sea level. Marked trail.

Longest mileage; sustained climb; full-day commitment; exposed summit.

Named for Governor William Learned Marcy of New York. The Algonquin name 'Tahawus' means 'Cloud Splitter'.

Peak Facts
Elevation5,344 ft
Rank#1 of 46
Difficulty7
Trail TypeMarked trail
Primary TrailheadAdirondak Loj (Heart Lake)
Typical Elevation Gain3,166 ft
Historical NameTahawus