Blydenburgh/Stump Pond Devastation Exploration hike - 6.5 mi.

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION!

This is an easy to moderate 6.5 mile loop trail hike around the Stump Pond at Blydenburgh County Park in Smithtown.

Last November we did an out and back hike on only one side of the trail because we weren't sure we could get around the entire pond after last August's environmental disaster. Now we know we can, so this time we'll be doing "The Whole Enchilada."

We will be hiking through the woods over winding trails that can often be "rooty" and occasionally hilly, so shoes with good treads are recommended . We will traverse bridges and boardwalks, pass by running streams and take in some interesting points of interest.

Unfortunately, as we traverse the trail and look to our right through all the beauty of the springtime foliage, we will see the sad devastation of the once beautiful Stump Pond. Last August, after 10 inches of torrential downpours, the dam burst and collapsed emptying millions of gallons of water into the Nissequogue River. This catastrophe almost completely left the pond empty. This was a true environmental disaster.

***IMPORTANT!!!

PARKING: We will NOT be entering the park through the main entrance. We will be parking in the neighborhood near the northeast tip of the pond on Brooksite Dr.
just south of Cygnet Dr. if the lot is full when you arrive, you can park on Cygnet Drive SEE MAP

***REMINDER: There is a semi-annual $5.00 Administrative fee for all unpaid members who attend. Membership fee is good till August 15th, 2025. This fee covers my planning and fees charged to me by Meetup.com.

NOTE: IF YOU RSVP, PLEASE DON'T BE A NO-SHOW!
We don't want to wait around wondering if you are going to show up. Call or text me(Greg) if you're running late or lost. 631-275-0512

If you have any general questions, comments or suggestions, feel free to text me.

Best wishes and Happy Trails,

Greg
Organizer and group leader,
Cell: 631-275-0512