Hammond & Bloody Pond Trail
43.992053, -73.661345
6482 Main Street POB 193, Westport
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Hike them both or just one. Either way, both Hammond and Bloody Ponds are beautiful destinations in the Hammond Pond Wild Forest, and are close by to other trails in the area.

Key takeaways

  • Distance: 4.3 miles round trip (including both ponds)
  • Elevation gain: 430 feet
  • Hike includes trail junctions

Hiking to Hammond and Bloody Ponds

The trail follows a stream through forested hills. After 0.7 miles, there is a fork. Left goes to Hammond Pond, right follows along the shore of Hammond Pond and continues on to Bloody Pond.

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Want to find more hikes in the Lake Champlain Region’s open spaces? With the Lake Champlain Region’s extensive trail network, there are endless options to choose from!

How to get there

The trailhead is shared with the Challis Pond Trail. From Moriah, head west on Ensign Pond Road. The trailhead will be on the left after about 10.0 miles.

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