If you’re looking for a hike that won’t take all day or sap all your strength, 12 Short Hikes Near Lake Placid can help. Phil Brown, editor of the Adirondack Explorer newsmagazine, has selected a dozen hikes within ten miles of Lake Placid that can be done in a few hours. They lead to summits, lookouts, and backcountry ponds with fabulous views of the High Peaks.

In addition, the book contains a bonus section on earning a hiker’s patch for climbing the Saranac Lake 6.