Hiking In and Around Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco

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1 Hiking In and Around Camp No-Be-Bo-Sco photograph by Jason Rich compiled and edited by: Northern NJ Council, BSA Conservation Committee Steve Kallesser, chairman Last revised: 3/28/2016

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Outpost leanto trail miles...1 Fairview Lake trail miles...2 Copperhead Spring trail miles...3 "A walk on the Appalachian Trail" miles Catfish Mtn. Fire Tower trail to 5 miles Long Pine Pond trail miles...6 Millbrook Village trail miles...7 Van Campen's Glen trail miles...8 Catfish Pond trail miles...9 "The BIG Hike" to 10 miles...11 Additional notes and acknowledgements...13

3 Outpost Leanto trail (yellow, orange) Scouts may follow this easy and short path around the swamp, passing through what was an old farm (1774) where the outpost campsite was many years ago. The trail passes near to the foot of the mountain, skirts the swamp and the headwaters of the Jacksonburg Creek, then returns to camp after just 1 ¼ miles. Narrative: The trail begins along the road to the range just below the Blackfoot campsite (0.0 miles). After passing by the campsite, the trail widens. Pass by where the red trail splits off to your left (0.2 miles) stay on the yellow trail going straight. The trail gradually narrows, and rocks placed on either side of the trail show where past generations of Scouts cared for this trail. The trail gets somewhat rocky, then curves slightly uphill, then downhill. After a short wet area and several short boardwalks, the trail enters a flat area and stonerows become apparent. The trail curves uphill to the remnants of the old outpost leanto at 0.5 miles. This is a nice area for a break or picnic, and the Scouts can explore uphill to the foot of the mountain and along the old stonerows to the edge of the swamp. Leaving this area, the trail descends slightly downhill, follows a stonerow briefly, then crosses the stream on rocks at 0.6 miles. The trail ascends from the stream, passes a fenced-in reforestation area, and reaches a 4-way trail intersection at 0.8 miles. Follow the orange trail (right). The orange trail is a flat, sometimes rocky trail that leads to Parsons Lodge at 1.3 miles. Trail length: 1.3 miles Elevation gain: minimal Trail ranking: Scout Boardwalks just before the old outpost leanto 1

4 Fairview Lake trail (orange) Scouts may follow this nearly level trail from Parsons Lodge through the forest surrounding No-Be-Bo-Sco, to the former Camp Towadena, and the old waterfront on Fairview Lake. A favorite for Webelos and younger troops and patrols, the trail is not challenging, and offers a quality picnic opportunity on the shore of Fairview Lake. The old Scout Camp Towadena is now owned by the Township of Stillwater as a Green Acres property, so swimming may take place only in accordance with the 8-Point Safe Swim Defense Plan. Narrative: The trail begins at Parsons Lodge (0.0 miles), following the orange trail blazes. The trail travels in back of Apache and Kennebec campsites. The swamp will be on your left hand side. Eventually, you will reach a 4-way trail intersection at 0.5 miles. Continue straight, following the orange trail. The path climbs very slightly, then follows on the level along a flat, wide path. After a while, you may pass trees that have an orange ring of paint around them and a No Trespassing sign or two. This is the camp boundary follow the orange trail blazes, not the orange rings. You are now entering lands of the Township of Stillwater (formerly Camp Towadena, North Hudson Council). Eventually, the trail widens at the end of an old road, and stonerows are present. The orange trail continues on the old road. When the road meets a brook, follow the road upstream briefly and cross on the bridge (1.5 miles). The trail continues on the road, eventually turning right at the old log office onto another old road that descends the hill towards Fairview Lake (1.7 miles). The end of the trail is at the lakeside (2.0 miles). This small clearing was the waterfront area of the old camp. The mossy spot is a great place for a picnic, but remember that you are an ambassador for Scouting and for the camp leave this spot better than you found it. On the return hike, follow the same route back to camp. When you reach the 4-way intersection, the yellow trail to the left is a shortcut back to the A-field, and the yellow trail to the right will take you into Blackfoot campsite. Total distance: 4.0 miles round-trip Elevation gain: ~200 feet, mostly during hike from Fairview Lake to old log office Trail ranking: Tenderfoot 2

5 Copperhead Spring trail (blue, white, blue-and-white) Scouts will enjoy the challenge of climbing the mountain and the grand view from the top of the cable cut. This route also passes by a beaver pond near the top of the mountain (the source of which is called Copperhead Spring). While the climb contains many boulders, the descent is very easy, offering a wonderful circuit. Narrative: The trail begins at Sand Pond Lodge (0.0 miles), where the blue trail follows the road through a small clearing and then into the woods. After 0.2 miles, the trail forks and the blue trail goes right, ascending. Shortly after the ascent begins, you may notice trees with orange rings of paint. This is the camp boundary. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail levels out, and then reaches a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail at 0.4 miles. Follow the blue trail (right) where you enter an area of large boulders. The trail follows an old cable up the path of least resistance as the trail clambers up the big rocks and up the face of the mountain. About halfway up the mountain, a large boulderfield to the left offers good views to the southwest. As the trail continues climbing, the trail exits the woods and enters the cleared area for the powerlines. Shortly afterwards is a short scramble to the top of the mountain at 0.6 miles. The top of the mountain is marked by the high tension tower, and is a great place for a break or picnic. The best views are back toward the camp, where more than half of Sand Pond is visible. In the opposite direction, the pond at the Watergate Recreation Area is visible. A path off the north side of the right-of-way connects you to the Appalachian Trail (white trail markers). Make a left onto the Appalachian Trail, following a new trail route down the hill and then straight across the right-of-way. The trail curves left into the woods, and follows an old road between two knolls. Continuing to the left, the trail approaches the beaver dam pond at Copperhead Spring. Following the edge of the pond, you reach a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail to the left, at 1.0 miles. (If you reach a wooden bridge, you have gone a few feet too far.) The blue-and-white trail gently descends the mountain, at times between enormous boulders. After passing a huge flat rock (another great place for a rest or picnic at 1.3 miles), the trail levels out, and follows the foot of the mountain back to the junction with the blue trail at 1.5 miles. Turn right onto the blue trail and follow back to Sand Pond Lodge (1.9 miles). Total distance: 1.9 miles Elevation gain: 460 feet Trail rank: Second Class View from top of cable cut Copperhead spring 3

6 A walk on the Appalachian Trail (blue, white, red, yellow) Scouts will enjoy walking the same path that thousands of people have walked from Georgia to Maine (even if just for a brief distance). Who knows, your troop may bump into a true through-hiker! This trail goes up the cable cut to the great view at the top of the mountain, then across the ridge, with one or two other lookouts, then descends back into camp on some mildly challenging terrain. Narrative: The trail begins at Sand Pond Lodge (0.0 miles), where the blue trail follows the road through a small clearing and then into the woods. After 0.2 miles, the trail forks and the blue trail goes right, ascending. Shortly after the ascent begins, you may notice trees with orange rings of paint. This is the camp boundary. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail levels out, and then reaches a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail at 0.4 miles. Follow the blue trail (right) where you enter an area of large boulders. The trail follows an old cable up the path of least resistance as the trail clambers up the big rocks and up the face of the mountain. About halfway up the mountain, a large boulderfield to the left offers good views to the southwest. As the trail continues climbing, the trail exits the woods and enters the cleared area for the powerlines. Shortly afterwards is a short scramble to the top of the mountain at 0.6 miles. The top of the mountain is marked by the high tension tower, and is a great place for a break or picnic. The best views are back toward the camp, where more than half of Sand Pond is visible. In the opposite direction, the pond at the Watergate Recreation Area is visible. A path off the north side of the right-of-way connects you to the Appalachian Trail (white trail markers). Follow the Appalachian Trail north into the woods on white blazes on exposed rock and trees. At 1.1 miles, you will descend a small rock ledge with a double white blaze painted on it. Behind you to the right is a small clearing with a small fire ring. Immediately below is a great lookout over the camp. At 1.5 miles, you will reach an intersection with the red trail. Turn right onto the red trail, which soon begins its descent down the mountain. The loose gravel and rock outcrops will slow the hike, but is easily navigated by Boy Scouts who take their time. The trail reaches the foot of the mountain. At the foot of the mountain, you may see trees ringed with orange paint. This is the camp boundary. Welcome home. The trail s descent becomes slighter, and you reach the intersection with the yellow trail at 1.8 miles. Turn right onto the yellow trail to enter the camp near the Blackfoot campsite. Stay on the marked trail to avoid the Blackfoot campsite. For troops interested in a slightly longer hike, you may turn left onto the yellow trail and proceed to the old outpost leanto (see description for the Outpost leanto trail above). Total distance: 2.0 miles Elevation gain: 480 feet Trail ranking: Second Class View from lookout on Appalachian Trail above camp 4

7 Catfish Mountain Fire Tower trail (blue, white, blue-and-white) Singularly the best view in easy hiking distance to the camp, the fire tower has been a popular hiking destination for Scouts since the 1930 s. The trail heads up the cable cut, past Copperhead Spring, then crosses Millbrook-Blairstown Road and continues on the Appalachian Trail until reaching the fire tower. Will you meet a member of the NJ Forest Fire Service at the top? The return into camp is much easier, following a gradual descent down the mountain. Narrative: The trail begins at Sand Pond Lodge (0.0 miles), where the blue trail follows the road through a small clearing and then into the woods. At 0.2 miles, the trail forks and the blue trail goes right, ascending. Shortly after the ascent begins, you may notice trees with orange rings of paint. This is the camp boundary. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail levels out, and then reaches a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail at 0.4 miles. Follow the blue trail (right) where you enter an area of large boulders. The trail follows an old cable up the path of least resistance as the trail clambers up the big rocks and up the face of the mountain. About halfway up the mountain, a large boulderfield to the left offers good views to the southwest. As the trail continues climbing, the trail exits the woods and enters the cleared area for the powerlines. Shortly afterwards is a short scramble to the top of the mountain at 0.6 miles. The top of the mountain is marked by the high tension tower, and is a great place for a break (but don t stay too long- the fire tower awaits). The best views are back toward the camp, where more than half of Sand Pond is visible. In the opposite direction, the pond at the Watergate Recreation Area is visible. A path off the north side of the right-of-way connects you to the Appalachian Trail (white trail markers). Make a left onto the Appalachian Trail, following a new trail route down the hill and then straight across the right-of-way. The trail curves left into the woods, and follows an old road between two knolls. Continuing to the left, the trail approaches the beaver dam pond at Copperhead Spring. Following the edge of the pond, you reach a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail to the left, at 1.0 miles. Continue on the Appalachian Trail to the right, crossing a wooden bridge. The trail continues until reaching Millbrook-Blairstown Road at 1.4 miles. Turn left onto this paved road and follow for a short stretch until the Appalachian Trail turns right and enters the woods on a gravel road at a gate. This gravel road and the Appalachian Trail both lead to the fire tower, however, the Appalachian Trail takes a more direct route. Follow the white trail markers to the fire tower at 2.4 miles. The fire tower is staffed only during fire season (autumn and early spring) or during other times when risk of fire is high. At all other times the cab at the top of the tower is locked. Views can be had at the base of the tower, with slightly better views from the steps leading to the top of the tower. The clearing at the base of the tower is a great place for a break or a picnic. The views to the east showcase the farms and forests of Warren County, while views to the west show off the great forests of Pennsylvania. Remember that you are an ambassador of Scouting and of camp, and leave this site better than how you found it. The return to camp follows the same route back to Copperhead Spring. After crossing the wooden bridge, you reach the intersection with the blue-and-white trail at 3.8 miles. Go straight onto the blue-and-white trail. The blue-and-white trail gently descends the mountain, at times between enormous boulders. After passing a huge flat rock (another great place for a rest or picnic, at 4.1 miles), the trail levels out, and follows the foot of the mountain back to the junction with the blue trail, at 4.3 miles. Turn right onto the blue trail and follow back to Sand Pond Lodge. Total distance: 4.7 miles (NOTE: If the group starts and ends at Van Dusen Lodge, this will qualify as a 5 mile hike) Elevation gain: 660 feet Trail ranking: First Class View from Catfish Mtn. Fire Tower 5

8 Long Pine Pond trail (yellow, red, white, paved camp entrance road, white, red, yellow) Scouts will enjoy this moderate hike to a crystal clear lake perched high on the mountain. They will also enjoy the several lookouts from the Appalachian trail along the way. The steep ascent up the mountain is followed by an almost flat hike along the top of the ridge, all the way out to Camp Ken-Etiwa-Pec, a former Boy Scout camp now owned by the federal government. Narrative: The yellow trail begins along the road to the range just below the Blackfoot campsite (0.0 miles). After passing by the campsite, the trail widens. Turn left when you reach the junction with the red trail at 0.2 miles. Follow the red trail uphill, first moderately. As you reach the foot of the mountain, you may see trees ringed with orange paint. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail then climbs steeply. Care will be needed on any loose gravel or rocks, but this section of trail is easily traversed by almost any Boy Scout. At the top of the mountain (0.5 miles), you will reach a junction with the Appalachian Trail (white). Follow the white trail to the right. The trail is reasonably flat, then after a while widens into an old road, at 1.0 miles. The Appalachian Trail follows this road straight, passing by several good lookouts to the right. One of these lookouts will provide a nice place for a break or a picnic. Fairview Lake should be visible below, as should be the many farms and forests of Sussex County. The trail continues until it reaches Flatbrookville-Stillwater Road at a gate near a weather station, at 2.6 miles. Across this paved road is the entrance to Camp Ken-Etiwa-Pec. Follow the paved road into the camp, and check in at the camp office (3.4 miles). If your troop has arranged for swimming, you will enjoy the eerily clear lake water. Return to camp follows the same path in the opposite direction. Total distance: 6.8 miles Elevation gain: 740 feet Trail ranking: Star 6

9 The Millbrook Village trail (yellow, red, unmarked path, old dirt roads) NOTE: This route has about 1,000 feet of unmarked trail. However, by following the directions below, the section is easily navigable. History-minded troops will enjoy a visit to Millbrook Village, a hamlet whose heyday was in the 1800 s. For a complete history and description of the village, find a pamphlet at the welcome station near the parking lot. All Scouts will enjoy the hike over the mountain, and the brooks and terrain encountered between the Appalachian Trail and the village. The trail ascends the mountain, then descends the other side at a gentler pace. The challenge of this trail is in climbing the mountain, then climbing it again on the return trip. Narrative: The yellow trail begins along the road to the range just below the Blackfoot campsite (0.0 miles). After passing by the campsite, the trail widens. Turn left when you reach the junction with the red trail at 0.2 miles. Follow the red trail uphill, first moderately. As you reach the foot of the mountain, you may see trees ringed with orange paint. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail then climbs steeply. Care will be needed on any loose gravel or rocks, but this section of trail is easily traversed by almost any Boy Scout. At the top of the mountain (0.5 miles), you will reach a junction with the Appalachian Trail (white). Continue straight onto the red trail, which will curve left and parallel the Appalachian Trail briefly before gently descending the mountain. (NOTE: This section of the red trail is largely marked with older trail markers, most of which have faded to silver. Care may be needed to locate the next trail marker from the current trail marker at various points along this section, but should not be difficult.) The trail meets and turns left onto an old logging road at 0.9 miles. The red trail follows the old logging road briefly until turning right at 1.0 miles. At 1.2 miles, the red trail ends at a very large tulip poplar tree and joins several stonerows. The path continues between two parallel stonerows that generally follow the same contour in a generally northeast direction. The path approaches a stream in a narrow gully at 1.3 miles. At this point, there is a small pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. At the small pile of rocks, follow the stream downhill to another pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. At this pile of rocks, cross the stream and continue downhill briefly before seeing another small pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. At this third pile of rocks, turn right and travel for a short distance to old road at 1.4 miles and another small pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. Near this point is an abandoned house that has since collapsed. This, and other structures occasionally seen are what remains from when the federal government condemned land in this area around 1970 or so. All structures between this point and Millbrook Village should be considered unsafe and should not be entered or ventured near. Follow the old dirt road downhill to a stream crossing at a collapsed bridge at 1.6 miles. In case of high water, there is a safer crossing just upstream. Continue following the road downhill until it reaches Van Campen s Brook at 1.9 miles. Here, the bridge has been removed. In case of high water, there is a safer crossing about 150 feet upstream. After crossing the brook, you reach a T intersection with a slightly larger dirt road. Follow this new road to the left. (This road was known as the Columbia-Walpack Turnpike, and leads from Donkey s Corners to Millbrook.) This road follows Van Campen s Brook into Millbrook Village. Once in the village, you may find the parking area, restrooms (if open), and pamphlets describing the buildings to your right at the intersection of Old Mine Road and Millbrook-Blairstown Road (2.6 miles). The village is a good place for a break or a picnic. Remember that you are an ambassador for Scouting and for the camp. Leave this place better than how you found it. After exploring the village, troops may return following the same route in reverse. (NOTE: If this route is not desirable, troops can also return via Millbrook-Blairstown Road to the Appalachian Trail to the blue-and-white trail to the blue trail.) Total distance: 5.2 miles Elevation gain: 1,280 feet Trail Ranking: Life NOTE: This trail is not recommended during hunting season. 7

10 Van Campen s Glen trail (blue, white, paved road, abandoned road, yellow, abandoned road, paved road, white, blue-and-white, blue) Some of the most fantastic waterfalls in the state of New Jersey are located between the Delaware Water Gap and High Point. This trail is the Scout s opportunity to experience one or more. The trail ascends the mountain via the cable cut, then descends following both active and abandoned roads to the glen. The glen is a fantastic ravine where Van Campen s Brook has carved an incredible scar into the landscape. There is opportunity for exploring, and possibly swimming depending on posted signs. On the return, the trail ascends the mountain again, but descends on a gradual path into camp. Narrative: The trail begins at Sand Pond Lodge (0.0 miles), where the blue trail follows the road through a small clearing and then into the woods. At 0.2 miles, the trail forks and the blue trail goes right, ascending. Shortly after the ascent begins, you may notice trees with orange rings of paint. This is the camp boundary. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail levels out, and then reaches a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail at 0.4 miles. Follow the blue trail (right) where you enter an area of large boulders. The trail follows an old cable up the path of least resistance as the trail clambers up the big rocks and up the face of the mountain. About halfway up the mountain, a large boulderfield to the left offers good views to the southwest. As the trail continues climbing, the trail exits the woods and enters the cleared area for the powerlines. Shortly afterwards is a short scramble to the top of the mountain at 0.6 miles. The top of the mountain is marked by the high tension tower, and is a great place for a break (but don t stay too long- the glen awaits). The best views are back toward the camp, where more than half of Sand Pond is visible. In the opposite direction, the pond at the Watergate Recreation Area is visible. A path off the north side of the right-of-way connects you to the Appalachian Trail (white trail markers). Make a left onto the Appalachian Trail, following a new trail route down the hill and then straight across the right-of-way. The trail curves left into the woods, and follows an old road between two knolls. Continuing to the left, the trail approaches the beaver dam pond at Copperhead Spring. Following the edge of the pond, you reach a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail to the left (1.0 miles). Continue on the Appalachian Trail to the right, crossing a wooden bridge. The trail continues until reaching Millbrook-Blairstown Road at 1.4 miles. Turn right onto this paved road. Continue downhill until you see a gate on an abandoned road that descends on your left (1.7 miles). If you reach the cable cut, you have gone too far. Follow this abandoned road as it continues to descend. Prior to reaching Van Campen s Brook, a yellow trail will leave the road to your left, at 2.8 miles. Turn left onto the yellow trail. This trail passes to the edge of an old farm field, under a hemlock forest, then leads to the waterfall known as Upper Van Campen s Glen (3.0 miles). This is a perfect place for a picnic. The waterfall itself flushes a tremendous amount of water through a narrow opening in the rock, falling into a small, deep pool, and flowing over a smooth rock into a large pool of water before continuing on. At all times, care must be taken as rocks in this area are almost continuously wet and slippery from the spray of the waterfall. Use common sense. For troops looking for a slightly longer hike, follow the yellow trail downstream about 1,000 feet or so to Lower Van Campen s Glen, another picturesque waterfall. Return to camp is made using the same route. However, the blueand-white trail (starting at Copperhead Spring) is recommended for a more gradual descent of the mountain. Total distance: 6.0 miles Elevation gain: 1,210 feet Trail ranking: Life Upper Van Campen s Glen in winter 8

11 Catfish Pond trail (blue, white, orange, unmarked road, orange, white, blue-and-white, blue) This is a challenging hike with many worthwhile intermediate stops. The challenge of this hike is keeping to a schedule, since Scouts will want to stop often to take pictures and enjoy the natural beauty. The trail includes the cable cut, Copperhead Spring, Catfish Mountain Fire Tower, Catfish Pond, and Rattlesnake Swamp (the trail doesn t go through the swamp, it merely skirts the edge on dry ground). Narrative: The trail begins at Sand Pond Lodge (0.0 miles), where the blue trail follows the road through a small clearing and then into the woods. After 0.2 miles, the trail forks and the blue trail goes right, ascending. Shortly after the ascent begins, you may notice trees with orange rings of paint. This is the camp boundary. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail levels out, and then reaches a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail at 0.4 miles. Follow the blue trail (right) where you enter an area of large boulders. The trail follows an old cable up the path of least resistance as the trail clambers up the big rocks and up the face of the mountain. About halfway up the mountain, a large boulderfield to the left offers good views to the southwest. As the trail continues climbing, the trail exits the woods and enters the cleared area for the powerlines. Shortly afterwards is a short scramble to the top of the mountain at 0.6 miles. The top of the mountain is marked by the high tension tower, and is a great place for a break (but don t stay too long- the fire tower awaits). The best views are back toward the camp, where more than half of Sand Pond is visible. In the opposite direction, the pond at the Watergate Recreation Area is visible. A path off the north side of the right-of-way connects you to the Appalachian Trail (white trail markers). Make a left onto the Appalachian Trail, following a new trail route down the hill and then straight across the right-of-way. The trail curves left into the woods, and follows an old road between two knolls. Continuing to the left, the trail approaches the beaver dam pond at Copperhead Spring. Following the edge of the pond, you reach a trail junction with the blue-and-white trail to the left (1.0 miles). Continue on the Appalachian Trail to the right, crossing a wooden bridge. The trail continues until reaching Millbrook-Blairstown Road at 1.4 miles. Turn left onto this paved road and follow for a short stretch until the Appalachian Trail turns right and enters the woods on a gravel road at a gate. This gravel road and the Appalachian Trail both lead to the fire tower, however, the Appalachian Trail takes a more direct route. Follow the white trail markers to the fire tower at 2.4 miles. The fire tower is staffed only during fire season (autumn and early spring) or during other times when risk of fire is high. At all other times the cab at the top of the tower is locked. Views can be had at the base of the tower, with slightly better views from the steps leading to the top of the tower. The clearing at the base of the tower is a great place for a break or a picnic. The views to the east showcase the farms and forests of Warren County, while views to the west show off the great forests of Pennsylvania. Please remember that you are an ambassador of Scouting and of the camp, so leave this site better than how you found it. Continue on the Appalachian Trail along the top of the ridge until you reach a junction with an orange trail (3.4 miles). Follow the orange trail to the right. The orange trail descends the mountain until it reaches a grassy old road on the left at 3.7 miles. Follow this unmarked road into Mohican Outdoor Center. This was a Boy Scout camp (Camp Mohican, Robert Treat Council), now owned by the federal government and leased to the Appalachian Mountain Club. It is infrequently used, but troops should still visit the office (if open) to check in. Catfish Pond is a picturesque lake (reached at 4.0 miles). Swimmers should adhere to the 8-point safe swim defense. Upon departing Mohican Outdoor Center, follow the same unmarked path back to the orange trail (4.3 miles). Turn left onto the orange trail, and begin a gently descent to the Catfish Pond in winter 9

12 stream that is the inlet to Catfish Pond. The orange trail continues and eventually enters and area with a large amount of rhododendrons. At times, the rhododendrons will create a canopy over the trail. The trail continues with Rattlesnake Swamp to your left. The orange trail ends at a dirt road (this is the same dirt road which went to Catfish Mountain Fire Tower) at 6.0 miles. Turn left onto the dirt road. After a short distance, the Appalachian Trail joins this dirt road. Follow both to a gate at the paved Millbrook- Blairstown Road (6.6 miles). Turn left onto the paved road for a short distance and turn right where the Appalachian Trail crosses the road. Follow the Appalachian Trail to Copperhead Spring. At the trail junction with the blue-and-white trail (7.0 miles), go straight. The blue-and-white trail gently descends the mountain, at times between enormous boulders. After passing a huge flat rock (another great place for a rest or picnic at 7.3 miles), the trail levels out, and follows the foot of the mountain back to the junction with the blue trail at 7.5 miles. Turn right onto the blue trail and follow back to Sand Pond Lodge (7.9 miles). Rhododendrons along Rattlesnake Swamp trail Total distance: 7.9 miles Elevation gain: 820 feet Trail ranking: Life 10

13 The BIG hike (yellow, red, unmarked path, old roads, yellow, old road, paved road, white, blue-and-white, blue) NOTE: This route has about 1,000 feet of unmarked trail. However, by following the directions below, the section is easily navigable. This aggressive hike involves climbing the mountain, hiking through Millbrook Village, through Watergate, to the glen, and then returning to camp via Copperhead Spring. Time is the major constraint to this hike, as Scouts will need to balance the need to stay on schedule with their desire to explore just a little more, or stay a little longer at each location. Narrative: The yellow trail begins along the road to the range just below the Blackfoot campsite (0.0 miles). After passing by the campsite, the trail widens. Turn left when you reach the junction with the red trail at 0.2 miles. Follow the red trail uphill, first moderately. As you reach the foot of the mountain, you may see trees ringed with orange paint. You are now entering the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. The trail then climbs steeply. Care will be needed on any loose gravel or rocks, but this section of trail is easily traversed by almost any Boy Scout. At the top of the mountain (0.5 miles), you will reach a junction with the Appalachian Trail (white). Continue straight onto the red trail, which will curve left and parallel the Appalachian Trail briefly before gently descending the mountain. (NOTE: This section of the red trail is largely marked with older trail markers, most of which have faded to silver. Care may be needed to locate the next trail marker from the current trail marker at various points along this section, but should not be difficult.) The trail meets and turns left onto an old road or ATV trail at 0.9 miles. The red trail follows the ATV road briefly until turning right at 1.0 miles. At 1.2 miles, the red trail ends at a very large tulip poplar tree and joins several stonerows. The path continues between two parallel stonerows that generally follow the same contour in a generally northeast direction. The path approaches a stream in a narrow gully at 1.3 miles. At this point, there is a small pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. At the small pile of rocks, follow the stream downhill to another pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. At this pile of rocks, cross the stream and continue downhill briefly before seeing another small pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. At this third pile of rocks, turn right and travel for a short distance to old road at 1.4 miles and another small pile of rocks with the top rock spray-painted red. Near this point is an abandoned house that has since collapsed. This, and other structures occasionally seen are what remains from when the federal government condemned land in this area around 1970 or so. All structures between this point and Millbrook Village should be considered unsafe and should not be entered or ventured near. Continue following the road downhill until it reaches Van Campen s Brook at 1.9 miles. Here, the bridge has been removed. In case of high water, there is a safer crossing about 150 feet upstream. After crossing the brook, you reach a T intersection with a slightly larger dirt road. Follow this new road to the left. (This road was known as the Columbia-Walpack Turnpike, and leads from Donkey s Corners to Millbrook.) This road follows Van Campen s Brook into Millbrook Village. Once in the village, you may find the parking area, restrooms (if open), and pamphlets describing the buildings to your right at the intersection of Old Mine Road and Millbrook-Blairstown Road (2.6 miles). The village is a good place for a break or a picnic. Remember that you are an ambassador for the camp and your community. Leave this place better than how you found it. Once you are ready to leave Millbrook Village, return to the old Columbia-Walpack Turnpike. This old road crosses Millbrook-Blairstown Road at the white church through rustic gates. This old road leaves the village, enters the forest, and leads to the ponds at Watergate Recreation Area (3.1 miles). There will be two junctions in the road between there and the glen (the first at 3.4 miles, and the second at 3.9 miles). Bear to the left at each. At the second, the road will start ascending. Turn onto the yellow trail to your right (4.0 miles). This trail passes to the edge of an old farm field, under a hemlock forest, then leads to the waterfall known as Upper Van Campen s Glen at 4.2 miles. This is a perfect place for a picnic. The waterfall itself flushes a tremendous amount of water through a narrow opening in the rock, falling into a small, deep pool, and flowing over a smooth rock into a large pool of water before continuing on. At all times, care must be taken as rocks in this area are almost continuously wet and slippery from the spray of the waterfall. Use common sense. For troops looking for a slightly longer hike, follow the yellow trail downstream about 1,000 feet to Lower Van Campen s Glen, 11

14 another picturesque waterfall. Unless otherwise posted, swimmers should adhere to the 8-point safe swim defense. Once ready to leave the glen, follow the yellow trail back to the old road. Turn right onto the old road (4.4 miles) and begin your ascent. The old road will end at a gate at Millbrook-Blairstown Road (5.5 miles). Turn right onto this paved road. Continue your ascent. Proceed up the hill until the Appalachian Trail turns right and enters the woods on a gravel road at a gate (5.8 miles). This gravel road and the Appalachian Trail both lead to the fire tower, however, the Appalachian Trail takes a more direct route. Follow the white trail markers to the fire tower at 6.8 miles. The fire tower is staffed only during fire season (autumn and early spring) or during other times when risk of fire is high. At all other times the cab at the top of the tower is locked. Views can be had at the base of the tower, with slightly better views from the steps leading to the top of the tower. The clearing at the base of the tower is a great place for a break or a picnic. The views to the east showcase the farms and forests of Warren County, while views to the west show off the great forests of Pennsylvania. Return to Millbrook-Blairstown Road on the Appalachian Trail (the way you came, reaching the road at 7.8 miles). Turn left onto Millbrook-Blairstown Road. The Appalachian Trail (white) will enter the woods to the left near the top of the mountain at a small parking area. Follow the Appalachian Trail to the beaver dam pond at Copperhead Spring. After crossing the wooden bridge, go straight at the trail junction onto the blue-and-white trail (8.2 miles). The blue-and-white trail gently descends the mountain, at times between enormous boulders. After passing a huge flat rock (another great place for a rest or picnic at 8.5 miles), the trail levels out, and follows the foot of the mountain back to the junction with the blue trail (8.7). Turn right onto the blue trail and continue your descent. You may notice trees ringed with orange paint. This is the camp boundary. Welcome home. Follow the blue trail to Sand Pond Lodge (9.1 miles). Total distance: 9.1 miles (NOTE: The distance listed does not include exploration of Millbrook Village, the optional trip to Lower Van Campen s Glen, or hiking from the campsite to the trailhead. If the group visits each building listed in the pamphlet at Millbrook Village and also visits Lower Van Campen s Glen, this hike will total 10 miles.) Elevation gain: 1,190 feet Trail ranking: Eagle NOTE: This trail is not recommended during hunting season. 12

15 Additional notes WINTER: All of these trails are possible to do in the winter time. However, if icy conditions exist, Scouts should consider avoiding the blue trail in favor of the blue-and-white trail as a means of ascending the mountain. Depending on severity, Scouts may also want to avoid the red trail as a means of climbing the mountain. HUNTING SEASONS (late autumn, winter): The vast majority of these trails are not hunted, as hunters do not wish to be bothered by hikers while hunting. Scouts thinking about the red trail to Millbrook Village should probably hike down Millbrook-Blairstown Road instead. Consult with the ranger to get additional information on hunting seasons. CAMPING: There is no camping along the Fairview Lake trail after leaving camp property. ALSO: Check out The Ecology and Forestry Interpretive Trail and The Camp History Trail both approximately 2 ½ miles! A special trail guide pamphlet is available at and at the camp. BLAIR CREEK PRESERVE: Additional hiking opportunities are possible at the adjacent Blair Creek Preserve (operated by the NJ Chapter of The Nature Conservancy). The Preserve s trails are accessed by a connector trail that runs downhill from the bridge at the brook mentioned in the Fairview Lake trail. That connector trail is not shown on the Preserve s map ( but ends at Fairview Lake Lane near the curve. Photo credits: Jason Rich, Paul Buttgereit, Sean Walsh, Marc Jenkins, Bill Kallesser Update notes: Original guide dated 4/6/2007 Guide updated 11/26/2008 to reflect change in color from blue-and-white (old) trail to green (new) trail. This update (3/28/2016) reflects change in color from green (old) trail to blue-and-white (new) trail. It also describes the reroute of the Appalachian Trail at/near the top of the mountain following the PSE&G powerline upgrade. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Thanks to members of the Sand Pond Society for assistance in remarking and maintaining the trails listed in this pamphlet, and for providing the special reflective markers for the yellow trail. 13

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