Pole Hill Pond Trail

Lake George Wild Forest · near Pole Hill Pond

6.5 mi

This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.

Pole Hill Pond Parking Area

Closest parking

Closures and warnings

No alerts

DEC hasn't posted anything about this trail.

5 more alerts for Lake George Wild ForestCaution

Caution
Please report any sightings of beaver or other wildlife demonstrating unusual behavior.
Never approach or feed any wildlife, report unusual animal behavior at 518-623-1200. In an emergency, call 911 or NYSDEC Dispatch at (518) 897-1326.
Read on DEC's site
Caution
The Fishbrook Pond North Lean-to has burned down.
The entire site is closed (no camping or campfires) until further notice.
Read on DEC's site
Caution
DEC will be enforcing the No Parking Zones along River Road in the Hudson River Special Management Area located in the Towns of Lake Luzerne and Warrensburg.
Read on DEC's site
Notice
Trail marker colors on Cat and Thomas Mountain are being updated to improve navigation in the area.
Intersections provide directional signage that reflect the marker color changes. Please be mindful and prepared to adapt.
Read on DEC's site
Notice
There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather…
There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather than follow the paths created by others. Unofficial trails do not receive maintenance from DEC staff.
Read on DEC's site

Updated from DEC at Oct 16, 5:30 PM ET · 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

Pole Hill Pond Parking Area
At the trail · DEC parking
Clay Meadows Parking Area
0.7 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Paved, Approximately 10 Car Parking Area On East Side Of Rt 9N
Clay Meadows Overflow Parking
0.7 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Clay Meadows Overflow Lot

Distances are as the crow flies.

Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Lake George Wild Forest.

Trail markers: Blue.

Spot a mistake or missing trail? Tell us

← All trails in Lake George Wild Forest

Pole Hill Pond Trail

Lake George Wild Forest · near Pole Hill Pond

6.5 mi

This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.

Pole Hill Pond Parking Area

Closest parking

Closures and warnings

No alerts

DEC hasn't posted anything about this trail.

5 more alerts for Lake George Wild ForestCaution

Caution
Please report any sightings of beaver or other wildlife demonstrating unusual behavior.
Never approach or feed any wildlife, report unusual animal behavior at 518-623-1200. In an emergency, call 911 or NYSDEC Dispatch at (518) 897-1326.
Read on DEC's site
Caution
The Fishbrook Pond North Lean-to has burned down.
The entire site is closed (no camping or campfires) until further notice.
Read on DEC's site
Caution
DEC will be enforcing the No Parking Zones along River Road in the Hudson River Special Management Area located in the Towns of Lake Luzerne and Warrensburg.
Read on DEC's site
Notice
Trail marker colors on Cat and Thomas Mountain are being updated to improve navigation in the area.
Intersections provide directional signage that reflect the marker color changes. Please be mindful and prepared to adapt.
Read on DEC's site
Notice
There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather…
There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather than follow the paths created by others. Unofficial trails do not receive maintenance from DEC staff.
Read on DEC's site

Updated from DEC at Oct 16, 5:30 PM ET · 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

Pole Hill Pond Parking Area
At the trail · DEC parking
Clay Meadows Parking Area
0.7 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Paved, Approximately 10 Car Parking Area On East Side Of Rt 9N
Clay Meadows Overflow Parking
0.7 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Clay Meadows Overflow Lot

Distances are as the crow flies.

Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Lake George Wild Forest.

Trail markers: Blue.

Spot a mistake or missing trail? Tell us

← All trails in Lake George Wild Forest

Pole Hill Pond Trail

Closures and warnings

Please report any sightings of beaver or other wildlife demonstrating unusual behavior.

The Fishbrook Pond North Lean-to has burned down.

DEC will be enforcing the No Parking Zones along River Road in the Hudson River Special Management Area located in the Towns of Lake Luzerne and Warrensburg.

Trail marker colors on Cat and Thomas Mountain are being updated to improve navigation in the area.

There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather…

Where to park

Pole Hill Pond Trail

Closures and warnings

Please report any sightings of beaver or other wildlife demonstrating unusual behavior.

The Fishbrook Pond North Lean-to has burned down.

DEC will be enforcing the No Parking Zones along River Road in the Hudson River Special Management Area located in the Towns of Lake Luzerne and Warrensburg.

Trail marker colors on Cat and Thomas Mountain are being updated to improve navigation in the area.

There are many herd paths, old roads and skid trails throughout the unit, those bushwacking should navigate with a map and compass rather…

Where to park

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