CautionThis trail
The North Branch of Trout Brook on Big Pond Trail does not have a bridge.
Please make plans to cross the stream at low and normal water levels via rock hopping and shallow fording.
Read on DEC's siteBig Pond Trail
Hoffman Notch Wilderness · near Hoffman Notch Wilderness
5.7 mi
This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.
Trail Parking
Closest parking
Closures and warnings
Caution- NoticeThis trail
The intersection of the Notch Trail and Big Pond Trail has been relocated approximately 300 feet south to the Notch Trail.
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4 more alerts for the East Central regionCaution
- Caution
Road construction and culvert replacement will take place on Old Military Road and Jessup River Road for the next several weeks.
Roads will remain passable but occasional delays are expected.
Read on DEC's site - Notice
Newcomb Lake Road to Camp Santanoni could have variable conditions.
Be prepared to adapt or have a backup plan.
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All public motor vehicle roads are open.
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Updated from DEC · DEC's page
Not affiliated with NYS DEC. Conditions change — verify with DEC before you go. Emergencies: 911 or 1-833-NYS-RANGERS.
Where to park
- Trail ParkingAt the trail · DEC parking
- Trail Parking1.0 mi from the trail · DEC parking
- Dirgy Lot Parking4.0 mi from the trail · DEC parkingDeeded Rights To Access Hoffman Notch Wilderness
Distances are as the crow flies.
More trails near Hoffman Notch Wilderness
Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Hoffman Notch Wilderness.
Trail markers: Blue.