Moose Mountain Pond and Bass Lake

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Overview

Located in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest, this trail has been described as a true Adirondack trail, with lots of rocks and roots. Many ponds in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest offer scenic backcountry fishing opportunities. A great variety of flora and fauna reflect an overlap of forest types where beech, birch, maple, and hemlock on the cool, northern slopes give way to oak, ash, basswood, and pine on the southerly exposures.

Difficulty:advanced

Length:5.0 mi

Configuration:one way

Type and Surface:singletrack

Type of Riding:This trail follows Berrymill Brook most of the way to Bass Lake. From Bass Lake, you can retrace your route to the trailhead or continue on to the Ensign Pond Road 2.75 miles west of the trailhead, returning via the road.

Season:Generally, trails are suitable for riding from mid-May to mid-October.

Directions:Travel north on NY Route 9 from North Hudson 2.5 miles to the Caza Turn Road. This road is also County Route 4, the Ensign Pond Road. Trailhead is 2.75 miles east of Route 9 on this road.

Caution:Hikers also use this trail system. Always yield to other users. Avoid using trails in wet seasons or conditions.

The trail illustrated here is appropriate for mountain biking, however, not all trails in the Adirondack Park are open to mountain bikes. Both land ownership and land use classifications influence which trails are available for mountain biking. For example, bicycles are not allowed on Forest Preserve land classified as Wilderness, therefore, hiking trails that connect with this mountain biking trail may not be open to bicycles. Before you ride this trail or any trail in the Adirondack Park you are strongly encouraged to check at a local bicycle shop, information center, or NYS DEC office to confirm the suitability of your planned activity and to obtain the latest trail information

See Before You Ride for more suggestions on enjoyable and safe riding in the Adirondack Park.

For More Information

This online atlas information only provides introductory information additional information is required before you ride. See the following suggestions on guidebooks, bike shops, maps, etc. that should be consulted before starting your ride.

Guidebook Descriptions of This Trail

• Mountain Biking in the Adirondacks: 25 Trail Riding Adventures

USGS Maps

• Paradox Lake

Other Nearby Opportunities and Activities

While in the area you might enjoy some of these other activities in the vicinity of this trail.

Nearby Mountain Biking Opportunities

• Hammond Pond and Bloody Pond
• Sharp Bridge to Round Pond to Trout Pond

Other Nearby Recreational Opportunities

Nearby mountain biking trails include the Hammond Pond and Bloody Pond Trail, and the trail from the Sharp Bridge Campsite to Round Pond and Trout Pond. Hundreds of miles of trails are nearby in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest for both the experienced and inexperienced hiker. Camping available in the Sharp Bridge State Campground.

Neaby Sites & Attractions

• Fort Ticonderoga

Disclaimer

The map and information presented here are not sufficient to implementing a safe and enjoyable mountain bike ride in the Adirondack Park. Users should first review guidebooks if available, obtain more detailed maps, and most importantly, discuss your planned route with a knowledgeable person just prior to beginning your ride. A quick visit to a local bicycle shop, Chamber of Commerce office, NYS DEC office, or sporting goods shop will provide you with important, up-to-date information on your selected ride.

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