Are dogs allowed on Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail?

No, Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail?

Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail is rated moderate. It is 6.5 miles long with 827 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail route map

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New York

Hodge Pond and Frick Pond Loop Trail

Livingston Manor, New York

6.5 mi

Distance

827 ft

Elev. Gain

Loop

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

You can take the Flynn trail from the Frick pond Trailhead to the beech mountains nature preserve. The trail goes by the south shore of the lake and then back to the forest preserve. Junkyard Junction is the end of the Flynn Trail. One can get back to the parking lot via the Quick Lake Trail markers. Total distance is just over six miles.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:651 ft

Max:844 ft

308 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.