The hike to Fly Pond is a short walk to a small backcountry pond with a grassy shoreline. Wildlife viewing and birding are nice here, and it's a good addition to a hike of Bald Mountain.
Key takeaways
- Distance: 0.7 miles round trip
- Elevation gain: 105 feet
- Hike includes trail junctions
Hiking to Fly Pond
From the parking area you will need to cross County Route 93 to get on the trail. The trail is a bit obscured, but otherwise in good condition. Passing through an open hardwood forest you will quickly come to a short side trail on your left that will lead you down to Fly Pond. Continuing straight at this intersection leads to Cary Lake.
Fly Pond in the winter
This would be a nice short snowshoe for the entire family, and a great way to introduce kids to the sport. It would also make for a decent short cross-country ski destination, but the final hill may be difficult for beginners. While short, it is still important to be prepared for all winter conditions, and to take care around frozen bodies of water.
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How to get there
From the intersection of Uncas Road and Route 28 in Inlet, follow Route 28 toward Old Forge. Continue for around 5 miles to County Route 93 on the right. Drive down this road for 0.25 miles to the Bald (Rondaxe) Mountain trailhead on the left, park here, the Fly Pond Trail is on the right.