Part of the Pharaoh Lake Wilderness
Length: 5.5 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Gain: From the south, this trail climbs 740 feet in the first 1.5 miles, then descends 235 feet over the next 1.7 miles to Berrymill Pond. It the descends another 235 feet to Putnam Pond.
Trailhead: South: New Hague Road, North: Putnam Pond Campgrond (day-use fee when campground is open.)
Type: Out-and-back
Activities: Hiking, camping
Amenities: There is a lean-to on Berrymill Pond
Note: this trail connects to the Tongue Mountain Range Trail.
Safety Note: There are Timber rattlesnakes in this area.
For more information and a map, please visit NY DEC.
Visit Pharaoh Lake Wilderness for a list of all trails and descriptions.
Visit Pharaoh Lake Wilderness Map for a map of the wilderness area.
Contact Information:
General Information: DEC Region 5 Warrensburg Office: 518-623-1200 (M-F, 8:30 to 4:45); Info.R5@dec.ny.gov
Search, rescue, wildfire, and enforcement matters: 911 or 1-833-NYS-RANGERS (1-833-697-7264)
This is a Carry-In/Carry-Out area.