Middle Sargent Pond is a backcountry lake with good fishing and relatively easy foot access for camping and fishing.

Key takeaways

• Distance: 5.2 miles round trip
• Elevation gain: 410 feet
• Hike include trail junctions and unmarked trail (for herd path to Middle Pond)

Hiking to Middle Sargent Pond

Follow the trail to Lower Sargent Pond, passing by Grass Pond. After reaching the lean-to on Lower Sargent Pond, there will be a short herd path to Middle Sargent Pond.

Middle Sargent Pond in the winter

This is a mixed-use trail in the winter, with snowmobiles sharing the trail with snowshoers and cross-country skiers. Snowmobiling isn't too popular here, so you'll likely be by yourself if you are snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Some of the water crossings might be a bit difficult during the shoulder seasons, as well as following the herd path. Make sure to be prepared for all winter conditions.

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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.

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.