West Ponds sits in the Old Forge town parcel — a pair of connected wetland basins totaling 12 acres, more bog than open water depending on the season. No fish stocking records and no formal trail access in the DEC inventory, which keeps it off the recreational radar but potentially interesting for anyone mapping the lesser-known waters in the Fulton Chain corridor. The ponds drain northeast toward the Middle Branch of the Moose River system; likely a paddler's curiosity or a winter bushwhack destination rather than a fishing or camping base. If you're looking for named Old Forge ponds with established access, start with Big Moose Lake or the Fulton Chain and work outward from there.
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.
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