Bear Den Whiteface
Northern Region • Northern Region
Bear Den Mountain is a short, steep Whiteface-side hike with ski-area access, wooded climbing, and a rewarding view toward Wilmington.
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Bear Den Whiteface
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Trail Overview
Bear Den Mountain is a compact Lake Placid 9er hike on the shoulder of Whiteface Mountain, starting from the Bear Den Lot at Whiteface Mountain Ski Center. The route climbs through the ski-area trail network and nearby forest to a small summit viewpoint above Wilmington. It is short enough for a half-day outing, but the climb is steeper than the mileage suggests, with more effort than a flat family walk. Use it as a moderate, accessible mountain hike with strong Whiteface-area context rather than a remote wilderness objective.