Cook Mountain
Mountain in New York · 1,217 ft
The hike up Cook Mountain
The route starts at Cook Mountain — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Cook Mountain?
Cook Mountain is 1,217 ft above sea level and lies in New York. Its prominence is 266 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Cook Mountain?
From Cook Mountain it is about 1.2 mi one way with 889 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 17 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Cook Mountain?
The nearest starting point is Cook Mountain (east of the peak) — 1.2 mi on foot · ↑ 889 ft · about 1 h 17 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 2.9 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Cook Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Cook Mountain is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Cook Mountain in the app
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