We climbed Buck Mountain today (the one just East of Lake George). Round-trip distance was 6.6 mi and total climb was 2000'; the mountain itself stands at 2324'.

It was a pretty nice hike, short enough to make sure my knee was better, which it is thankfully, but still more than just a jaunt in the park. Plus, on top there were two excellent views, Lake George was prominent in both. This was the first hike of the year in which leaves were mostly developed; the beech were most noticable. Though in the higher elevations the "cigars" were still unopened.

Judging from the size and condition of the trail, and by how many people we ran into (the most so far, lots of school children) I'm guessing that this is quite a popular and busy trail in the summer; I'm glad we went now.