Redfield Mountain
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About Redfield Mountain
Redfield Mountain rises to 4,606 feet (1,404 m) and is the fifteenth highest peak in New York. Located in the heart of the High Peaks region near Mount Marshall and Allen Mountain, Redfield is known for its remoteness and challenging access. The mountain has no marked trail to its summit; hikers follow unmaintained herd paths that branch off from the Uphill Brook Trail. The summit is partially wooded but offers views through clearings, particularly to the south and west. Redfield is typically climbed from the Upper Works trailhead, often in combination with Cliff Mountain, making for a very long and strenuous day hike.
History
Redfield Mountain was named in honor of William C. Redfield, a prominent 19th-century meteorologist and one of the founders of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Redfield conducted early studies of Adirondack geography and weather patterns. The mountain was first surveyed in the mid-19th century but remained relatively untraveled until the advent of recreational hiking in the region. The peak is unique for the red soil and rocks found on portions of the trail, which give the mountain its name. Like other trailless peaks in the Adirondacks, Redfield's unmaintained status has preserved its wilderness character, though established herd paths now lead to the summit.
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