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The trail sign at the start of the hike.
Old stone fences crumble near the start of the hike.
Hiking Jay Mountain.
The trail traverses through an open forest.
The first glimpse of Jay Mountain from a lesser summit.
Whiteface Mountain is framed nicely.
Exposed ridges pervade the slopes around Jay Mountian.
Ridge running to the summit of Jay Mountain.
Expansive views reward hikers trekking to the summit of Jay Mountain.
The final rise to the summit of Jay Mountain in the distance.
Whiteface Mountain rises in the distance.
Hikers make the final push to the summit.
Hikers take in the 360-views at the summit of Jay Mountain.
Jay Mountain is dog friendly.
Excellent views of the Adirondacks to the west from Jay Mountain.