This is an excellent beginner snowshoe destination to a small peak with great views, but it does not get extensive winter use.

The access road is not drivable. If the gate is open for some reason, do not drive through it, as you might get locked in. This can be a very windy summit on occasion.   

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How to get there

Leave Malone and follow Route 30 south. Continue to the intersection of Route 30 and Route 458. Follow Route 458 North toward St. Regis Falls. Continue for just under 10 miles to the state trailhead on the right. 

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By the numbers

Elevation: 1845 feet

Ascent: 460 Feet

Distance Round Trip: 4.9 miles

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Approximate Time Round Trip:

Families with Kids: 4 to 5 hours

Experienced Snowshoers: 3 to 4hours

Out of Shape Snowshoers: 4 to 5 hours

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Pinnacle in winter

From the gate, start your snowshoe along a forest/logging road to this backcountry gem. The trail starts out following this road for quite some distance before reaching a foot trail. The road is quite easy but does gain some elevation. There is a split in the road partway in at around 1.25 miles. Be sure to take the left here and continue to climb up a small knoll. Atop this knoll, there is a clearing, and the foot trail is on the left by a trail register. The foot-trail continues to climb through a very attractive forest, but never gets too steep. The summit is a partially open viewing platform with outstanding views of the foothills. This summit can be very windy, so be prepared for a wind chill.