New Jersey · Kittatinny

Hemlock Pond Loop via Crater Lake

Hemlock Pond turns a ridge-top lake visit into a longer woodland outing. The key planning detail is the approach: the loop around the pond is only part of your day when you start at Crater Lake.

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Illustration: Kittatinny Ridge woodland and rock — **Concept illustration · Kittatinny Ridge woodland and rock**HikerQuests · AI-assisted illustration

ROUTE LENGTH3.3 mi round tripSUMMIT ELEVATIONSee organizerDIFFICULTYSee route terrain and access notes

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