NoticeThis trail
The North Bend Bridge on Oregon Trail is sagging but intact.
In wet times of year, hikers will have to go through some water to enter and exit the bridge.
Read on DEC's siteOregon Trail
Wilcox Lake Wild Forest · near Cod Pond
3.1 mi
This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.
Cod Pond Parking Lot
Closest parking
Closures and warnings
Notice2 more alerts for Wilcox Lake Wild ForestCaution
- Caution
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower is currently closed until repairs can be made to the structure.
The Fire Tower on Hadley Mountain is a nearby alternative.
Read on DEC's site - Notice
Please be aware that wasp nests have been reported at the southern end of the Murphy Middle Bennett Trail between Creek Road and Bennett Lake.
Read on DEC's site
9 more alerts for the Southern regionClosed
- Closed
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower Trail is the only recreation currently available on this tract and is closed to the public during regular…
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower Trail is the only recreation currently available on this tract and is closed to the public during regular bug game hunting season in the northern zone, which includes bear and deer seasons. Public ATV access is NOT permitted on any conservation easement lands in this area (Northway Properties and Lyme Adirondack Forest Company). State police and NYS Rangers will be called for trespass violations.
Read on DEC's site - Closed
Dennie Road winter-use trails are closed for the season.
Read on DEC's site - Caution
The Spruce Mountain Fire Tower is currently closed until the structure can be repaired.
The Fire Tower on Hadley Mountain is a nearby alternative.
Read on DEC's site
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
- Cod Pond Parking LotAt the trail · DEC parkingMedium 5 - 20 Cars
- E. Sacandaga Parking Lot0.5 mi from the trail · DEC parkingPaved, Medium 5 - 20 Cars
- Shanty Falls Parking Lot0.6 mi from the trail · DEC parkingSmall <5
Distances are as the crow flies.
More trails near Cod Pond
Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Wilcox Lake Wild Forest.
Trail markers: Red.