Seward Mountain
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About Seward Mountain
Seward Mountain rises to 4,361 feet (1,329 m) and is the twenty-fourth highest peak in New York. Located in the northwestern section of the High Peaks region, Seward is the highest mountain in its namesake range, which also includes Donaldson, Emmons, and Seymour mountains. The peak is known for its remoteness and challenging access. The summit is largely wooded, offering limited views through the trees, with better vistas available from lookouts on the trail. The most common approach is via the Seward trailhead near Coreys, making for a long but rewarding hike. Seward is often climbed together with Donaldson and Emmons as part of a demanding traverse of the Seward Range.
History
Seward Mountain was named after William H. Seward, who served as Governor of New York, U.S. Senator, and Secretary of State under Presidents Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. Seward is perhaps best known for negotiating the purchase of Alaska from Russia in 1867 (often called 'Seward's Folly' at the time). The peak has been included in the Adirondack 46er list since its creation. Like many of the more remote High Peaks, Seward has no officially maintained trail to its summit, with hikers following unmarked but well-established herd paths. The Seward Range represents some of the most isolated terrain in the Adirondacks, and climbing all four peaks in the range (Seward, Donaldson, Emmons, and Seymour) is considered one of the more challenging hiking objectives in the park.
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