Black Rock Mountain and Sphagnum Pond Loop from Mine...

Black Rock Forest

View from the summit of Black Rock Mountain - Photo by Daniel Chazin View from the summit of Black Rock Mountain - Photo by Daniel Chazin

This loop hike climbs to the summit of Black Rock Mountain, with panoramic views, and passes by scenic Sphagnum Pond.

41.402043, -74.047106

The hike begins by following the yellow-diamond-blazed Mine Hill Trail, which starts on the opposite side of the road, just beyond the parking turnout. The trailhead is marked by a triple blaze. Follow the trail uphill, steeply in places. Just before a switchback turn, there are views over Schunemunk Mountain, the Moodna Viaduct, and the Shawangunks from open rocks to the left of the trail....

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Trip Reports

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June 17, 2014
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Keep your eyes open
<p>You really need to pay attention if you do this hike. The trails are really overgrown, however, they were well blazed. You may have to move at a slower pace than you are used to. Sections were very wet and swampy (wear boots). If you are sensitive to poison ivy, you may want to find another hike.</p>
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