Caution
There is a culvert washed out on Tyler Road approximately 1.3 miles beyond the St. Lawrence County boundary.
The road will remain closed at this point until repairs are made.
Read on DEC's siteStreeter Lake Access Route
Aldrich Pond Wild Forest
<0.1 mi
This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.
Deep in the woods
Reached by other trails. Closest parking: Boundary Line Trail Parking Area, about 2.8 mi away.
Closures and warnings
No alertsDEC hasn't posted anything about this trail.
5 more alerts for Aldrich Pond Wild ForestCaution
- Caution
Powell Road leading to South Creek Lake often experiences flooded conditions due to beaver activity.
Users should exercise caution and be aware of changing road conditions throughout the seasons. (12/2025)
Read on DEC's site - Caution
The canoe launch accessing the Little River on the youngs Road is temporarily closed to allow re-route of the road during a culvert replacement project.
(12/2025)
Read on DEC's site - Notice
Moose Pond Club Road is open, allowing public access to several primitive campsites, and the parking lot at the trailhead for the Vanderw…
Moose Pond Club Road is open, allowing public access to several primitive campsites, and the parking lot at the trailhead for the Vanderwhacker Mountain Fire Tower Trail.
Read on DEC's site - Notice
The Roosevelt Truck Trail Motorized Access Route for People with Disabilities has been cleared and is open for the year.
Please call for current year's code.
Read on DEC's site
1 more alert for the Western regionNotice
- Notice
Pepperbox Wilderness
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
- Boundary Line Trail Parking Area2.8 mi from the trail · DEC parking
- Little River Road Parking Area2.8 mi from the trail · DEC parking
- Tamarack Creek Road Parking Area2.8 mi from the trail · DEC parkingParking Area At Beginning Of Horse Trail System
Distances are as the crow flies.
Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Aldrich Pond Wild Forest.