A backcountry lake with good fishing and relatively easy foot access for camping and fishing.
How to get there
Start at the three corners in Long Lake drive south toward Blue Mountain Lake on Route 28N/30. North Point Road will be on the right, in 3.0 miles – drive down North Point Road. There will be a fork in the road a few miles in; right leads to Forked Lake Campsite, left to the trailhead. The trailhead will be marked with state DEC signs on the left side of the road at 4.6 miles.
Hiking
You will have to hike around 3.0 miles to reach the pond along a foot trail and a herd path.
Fishing
Shoreline fishing is limited and difficult to reach but the brook trout are a fun catch of the day. From the lean-to on Lower Sargent Pond you will need to follow a herd path to the Middle Pond.
- Boat access: None
- Fish species: Brook trout
- Special regulations: Always follow State fishing regulations and be sure to pick up a NYS Freshwater Fishing Guide at your local outfitters or regional NYSDEC office.
Camping
There is great variety in the area. The trail complex has lean-tos, primitive camping sites, and backcountry camping allowed as long as the site is at least 150 feet from a water body, road, or trail.
