Nestled in the Lye Brook Wilderness and worth wherever the access trails throw at you. I camped here with a friend of mine on a backpacking trip and didn't want to leave. The pond itself is gorgeous, our site was directly opposite Stratton Mountain so having that as a backdrop didn't hurt.
Keep in mind that Lye Brook Wilderness is federally protected land to stay wild so maintenance can only be done with hand tools. This means the trails are more rugged, and if there is storm damage it may take a while to be cleared. It may take longer to make distance than...
   Read moreNice and big pond, but the hike to get there is definitely not well worth it. I’ve never been on a trail with so many horse flies and mosquitoes. The trail was also super muddy, full of brush, and clearly not well maintained. The pond itself is pretty good, but the hike there is not...
   Read moreTrail conditions (roots, rocks, mud) made this straightforward 5.2 mile round trip hike a bit of a challenge, but the weather was beautiful and the lovely view of this tranquil pond made it...
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