Hedgehog Pond is a backcountry pond in the western High Peaks requiring a bushwhack or unmarked approach — no maintained trail reaches it. A quiet destination for hikers seeking solitude; verify access and conditions before attempting.
Hedgehog Pond has public access. Summits nearby include Buck Mountain and Spruce Top.
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data; surface and capacity from OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
Source: NYS DEC Stocking Records via data.ny.gov · Annual refresh
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