Giant Mountain Wilderness

Probably one of the best (not easiest maybe, but then there are no easy ones) of the 46 high peaks. Lots of open views, a spectacular summit and the chance to see quite a bit of wildlife on the way.

It's a steep climb. From the point that you begin hiking from the trailhead, you begin a 3,000 ft ascent. I've hiked all 46 peaks, and this is one of the toughest. It's not for the faint hearted. However, it's easy in the sense that the base of the mountain is right off of the roadway. You don't need to hike into the base
It's pure climbing. You get stellar views along the way up the mountain too. Even if you only hike half of giant, you can still feel a sense of reward with the views that you get.

Great hike, bit keep an eye on the path, it gets confusing at times. It took us 5:30 up and down with multiple stops. It is not that tough but some tricky parts with lots of bolders.

Worth every minute of the time it takes to climb. Red trail (rocky trail) is harder and little longer than the blue trail. Both trails meet at junction at one point and the trail up to the summit is on blue trail only. Red trail is very rocky, lot of rock scrambling and leg strength is required. Take enough salty food, vitamin water, water and snacks if you are going to stay at the summit for a while. Coming down will seem fast but will hurt if you are not a mountain climbers in the first place.

Challenging but enjoyable hike.

The Autumn scenery was breathtaking.

Great hike, great views! Parking is limited but there is plenty!6 .file out and back hike!!!

Mild hike. Last 2/10s mile got a little steep. Pleasant walk and nice views at the top.

Wind and rain didn't keep us from finishing a great hike. Especially tough if you have bad weather but it is amazing.

There is breathtaking view from the summit.

The mountain conquered us this time, but we'll be back for revenge. Incredible views and waterfalls

we did Hopkins..we shoed up and back..18 inches of snow on the summit

Very nice although I did not hike far.

An awesome hike with great variety and great views all throughout!

My absolute favorite views in the entire park. The hike is very easily accessible. The trail is well marked and easy to follow for beginners and experts alike. Not only is the peak picture perfect but you have multiple spots to stop and catch your breath along the hike while also just gasping at the sheer beauty before you. Favorite mountain so far!

We really enjoyed our day hike up and down Giant mountain. It's a steady climb to the top with only a few level spots and scrambles. You only start to see views on the second half, however the view from the summit is worth it. I call it a moderate hike for people who are used to Adirondacks hiking, it would be challenging but doable if you're used to flatland hiking. It took us 7 hours total with lunch at the top and stopping for a swim and another stop to look at the falls.

Beautiful mountain with great views.

Such a beautiful mountain!! Has an awesome waterfall and the incline of the hike is really nice not meant for begginer hikers but more for people who have been hiking for at least six months. Getting to the top of the trail is so worth it!! In the winter it is an awesome hike with the snow but the snow makes it much more difficult.

Beautiful day hike, nice view at the summit

Great hike with rewarding 360 view

Tough but fun.. Definitely need spikes in early spring