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Summary: This hike is a moderate climb to Sunfish Pond, following the Appalachian Trail heading north. The trail is well maintained and well used by dayhikers and overniters alike. The hike has a few strenuous climbs, but mostly evenly graded climbs with a few level areas in between. I followed the Dunnfield Hollow Trail down from Sunfish Pond to make it a loop. This trail does have some rather steep sections, and I probably wouldnt suggest it as an uphill route if I had a fully loaded pack. Trailhead: The trail head starts at the Dunnfield parking area just off Rte. 80 in New Jersey. When driving on Rte. 80, on the New Jersey side of the Deleware River, you will see the Dunnfield Parking area. There are many signs for the Water Gap, on the highway as well. Park in this Are, or in the Overflow Lot ( a grassy area nearby) ANd follow signs to the trailhead of the AT. (Lat:40.97078 Lon:-75.12764) Trail Guides for Sunfish Pond : Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: National Park Service New Jersey/Pennsylvania Worthington State Forest Ranger Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Matthew Chapin, who has posted 1 other hike on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Mike on 9/6/2007 I hiked the Appalachian trail from the Dunnfield Parking Area to Sunfish Pond and back. The trail was scenic, but I found the rocky uphill conditions to be very challenging. As a novice hiker, I made the mistake of wearing sneakers rather than hiking boots. This trail requires boots! Even wearing sneakers, I managed to complete the round trip in just over 3.5 hours, which included 30 minutes of sightseeing around Sunfish Pond. The water was extremely clean, and the pond was beautiful. I highly recommend the effort. 
Reviewed by George on 9/1/2007 I have hiked this - first in my teens, then twenties and the last time at 50 with my teenage son - still fun (but it was a challenge - next time a bit more practice). Great Place.
Reviewed by Will on 8/11/2007 After years of hiking in the Sierra Nevada, the Rockies, and the Alps, Sunfish Pond still seems like one of the most beautiful, pleasant hikes available (especially in N.J.). Great trail, fine scenery, a decent campsite, and weekday solitude make it a classic. 
Reviewed by TomP on 10/22/2006 Hiked this trail several times over the last 20-30 years. This August I saw over 20 deer and a bear that was walking alongside the trail next to me for a few hundred yards. Black bears aren't much as conversationalists, yet make interesting companions. The importance of food storage can not be repeated often enough.
Reviewed by kenny on 8/15/2006 aol
Reviewed by DB on 7/6/2006 I had never been hiking before until my boyfriend took me. We usually hike the blue trail, but this time we tooke the applachian trail. a much easier hike. the lake water is sooo cold, but refreshing. for the first time we encountered a rattlesnake. definitely would hike again.
Reviewed by JO on 3/5/2006 My husband and I and two of our freinds hiked this mountain and when my children were older we took all 3 of them there to hike it. I loved it. It did take us 4 and a 1/2 hrs to hike and 3 and a 1/2 hrs down. Along the way you will find some fresh water coming right out of the rocks. You might also see some deer. There was plenty of foliage along the way as well as little streams and a water fall. When you get to the top it looks like a volcano filled w/ water. The trees are all around the lake. The water is freezing of course and that is in the summer. When we were there with our children they went in the water and were yelling and playing and there was a golden retriever there who thought they needed rescuing and would bring them back in.
Reviewed by Mark on 11/27/2005 That was the best hike I have ever been on! Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Pennsylvania Hiking, Pennsylvania Trails, Pennsylvania Hikes, Pike County Hiking, Pike County Trails, Pike County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||