Towering trees and peaceful forest are the norm on this lovely hike to Crowfoot Pond. This hike is also part of the Moriah Hiking Challenge.
Key takeaways
- Distance: 5 miles round trip
- Elevation gain: 550 feet
Hiking Crowfoot Pond
The trail is relatively flat with a slight gain in elevation that is spread out over a long distance.
This old forest road turned foot trail climbs through a dark evergreen forest as it passes over the low shoulder of Stiles Hill, which is on the left. The trail reaches the pond and passes left of it. The trail eventually ends at private property on the north shore of Crowfoot Pond. Please respect the rights of private landowners and do not proceed farther.
Crowfoot Pond in the winter
This trail is accessible in the winter, and could make for a great cross-country ski. Make sure to be prepared for all winter conditions.
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How to get there
Ensign Pond Road is 2.5 miles north of North Hudson (Casa Turn Road/Route 4C leads to Ensign Pond Road.) Continue for 10.7 miles and turn left on Tracy Road. Continue for 1.75 miles to the trailhead on the right. The trailhead parking is down a steep dirt entrance, so take your time pulling off the road.