Belfry Mountain is the only fire tower still remaining in this region and it is an easy access hike for anybody. The firetower is also still open for visitors to visit the cab and get an excellent view of the old mining community.
Belfry Mountain Trailhead: Leave Lake Placid on Route 73 and continue through Keene and take Route 9N toward Elizabethtown. Continue on Route 9N through Elizabethtown, going right on Lincoln Pond Road as Rt. 9N makes a hard left toward Westport. Follow Lincoln Pond Road past Lincoln Pond to Dalton Hill Road on the right. Follow Dalton Hill Road for 0.5 miles to the trailhead on the right; parking is on the left.
This is a 0.3 mile hike, one way, over easy terrain. This entire climb is all uphill, but it follows a gravel/dirt access road. Pass through the steel gate and follow the obvious course of the road. As you near the top it becomes more of a foot trail passing by the radio maintenance shed. The firetower is open so be sure to climb on up and check out the views. The old mining communities of Mineville, Witherbee and Moriah are directly below you and the large mounds of mine tailings can be seen in the distance.
.6 miles, Easy Climb, Elevation: 1850'
Time in hours:
Family with Young Kids: 1/2 hour to summit
Experienced Hiker: 15-minutes to summit
Out of Shape Hiker: 1/2 hour to summit
Some photos courtesy of Jake's Adventure Blog.
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