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Take a pleasant hike through Hammond Pond Wild Forest to reach Trout Pond. If you choose, continue on to Round Pond.

How to get there

Trout Pond Trailhead: On Ensign Pond Road (County Rt. 4) between North Hudson and Moriah. Marked by a large DEC sign, it is 6.2 miles east of Rt. 9 N of North Hudson on the left side of the road. One can also continue 1.3 miles to Round Pond.

Key statistics

Distance: 2.5 miles round trip
Elevation gain: 250 feet
Based on visiting both ponds

Hiking

A pleasant hike through Hammond Pond Wild Forest, with a trail following the Trout Pond's west shoreline. Continue on the trail to reach Round Pond's southern end.

Snowshoeing

The shoreline trail makes this showshoe trek easy to follow even with a fresh snow.

Fishing

Brook trout, which also means the use or possession of bait fish is prohibited. Unwanted introductions of minnows/bait fish are a primary factor in the decline of brook trout fisheries.

Packages and Promotions

Valid Feb. 25 - Feb. 25

An ADK Love Story

The Lodge at Schroon Lake

You are in Love: cozy up in your cardigan and make your wildest dreams come true. Be enchanted by the lakes and write your own love story.

Valid Feb. 25 - Feb. 25

The Paradox Package

The Lodge at Schroon Lake

Explore local craft brewing with our Paradox Brewing Package!

Valid Feb. 25 - Apr. 9

Ski and Soak

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Fill your day with skiing and snowboarding, before recharging at night in our saunas, heated indoor pool, and hot tub. Warm your mood après style with a signature cocktail and bite to eat.

Valid May. 1 - May. 29

Date Night at the Brown Swan

The Brown Swan at The Lodge at Schroon Lake

Elevate your date night at The Brown Swan with our exclusive offer: choose two delectable dishes from our curated menu and share a bottle of wine—all for a discounted price of $65

Valid May. 2 - May. 28

Mid-Week Specials at the Brown Swan Restaurant and Tavern

The Brown Swan at The Lodge at Schroon Lake

Chesapeake Bay Oysters:- 1/2 dozen for $16. Beer Buckets: - Get any 5 cans or bottles of beer for the price of 4. 15% Locals Discount:- Discount applies only to The Tavern menu.