Hikers should be advised that as of 5/19/26, the bridge over Homer Stone Brook on the Long Trail/Appalachian Trail just north of Little Rock Pond will be removed/closed and hikers should ford the stream using a rock hop just to the right/east of the existing bridge site. GMC crews will be replacing the bridge, which was damaged in the 2023 floods, this season. The old bridge was removed on 5/19 to make room for a helicopter airlift that will be dropping the new bridge’s stringers into place on 6/24. From this point on, it is important that hikers continue to do the rock hop and do not attempt to use the new bridge materials, as construction is ongoing and the bridge is not secure. Signage will be posted on site.
In the event of high water hikers should seek alternate routes and/or review these water crossing safety techniques.