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Mount Jo
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Mount Jo Description
Mention Mount Jo to a local and they'll likely smile with recognition. Thanks to its modest size (700 feet), the two-mile loop trail is often the first Adirondack peak a kid climbs, and might well be called Mt. Immediate Gratification for its minimal effort to a spectacular reward. Kids will have no trouble with the steep terrain (in other words, they'll leave parents in their dust). And, don't let the modest ascent fool you — spectacular vistas from atop the plateau are right up there with the big guys.
Kid Tips
Toddlers & Pre-K: The long route will add about 2/10ths of a mile to the trip. But, you'll get a gentler ascent that may be easier for young children to manage.
School-Age Kids: The steep, rocky terrain up the short route will take some effort, but they'll probably enjoy the challenge.
Pre-Teens & Teens: The short way down can be a little dicey as it's quite steep, but will probably appeal to kids. Moms and dads, on the other hand, might not enjoy the pitches of this route quite so much.
Planning Notes
- Parking fee. Located near the Adirondack Club's Adirondack Loj, Mount Jo is one of the few area peaks to charge a parking fee. But, the modest charge ($9) is more than made up for by the presence of a small supply shop right on site.
- Well-marked. Trails here are fairly easy to find, just make sure you follow signs to the summit lest you miss the reward for all of your efforts.
Just the Facts
Hours: Daily, sunrise to sunset.
Fees: Less than $10.
Recommended Time: 2 - 4 hours
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