Hiking in New Jersey and Beyond

Explore New Jersey with 200+ guides featuring detailed turn-by-turn directions, photos, and videos. The site covers hikes across all of NJ, nearby ones in NY and PA, plus easy biking and kayaking. Start with our Hike Finder Map or one of the categories below.

Most Popular Jersey Hikes

Mt. Tammany – Delaware Water Gap

Climb steeply uphill to a fantastic overlook of the Delaware Water Gap and Mt. Minsi across the way.
View from Pinwheel Vista

Stairway to Heaven NJ

Hike the “Stairway to Heaven” up a series of steep rock slab steps to a panoramic view from Pinwheel’s Vista.

The Giant Stairs – Palisades

Scramble over the Giant Stairs – a long section of huge boulders that have tumbled from the Palisades – with views over the Hudson River into NY.

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Jockey Hollow – Grand Parade Loop

Hike a loop through the heart of Jockey Hollow from Wick House to the soldier’s huts, and explore a scenic brook.

Duke Farms

Casual hiking on level, easy paths through a beautiful historic estate.
View from Osio Rock

Torne Mountain and Osio Rock

Climb Torne Mountain and enjoy view after view before reaching Osio Rock for a 360° panorama.

Columbia Trail

Shady rail-trail that runs along the Raritan River and through scenic Ken Lockwood Gorge.

Hartshorne Woods Park

Hike through mountain laurel over rolling hills, enjoy river and ocean views, and check out military bunkers from WWII.

Adventures for All Seasons

Winter Hiking

Winter Hiking tips, clothing and gear, snowshoe resources, and hiking with dogs.
Winter Traction Devices

Winter Traction Devices

Hiking traction devices allow you to enjoy snow and ice covered trails more safely. A review and comparison of MICROspikes and YakTrax.

NJ Bike Trails

Rail-trails in and near New Jersey that are great for easy hiking and biking for the whole family.

Kayaking NJ

Overview about kayaking in NJ, including some ideas on where to kayak.

Snowshoeing in New Jersey

New Jersey snowshoeing locations and rentals.

Best Fall Foliage Hikes in New Jersey

The best fall foliage hikes in New Jersey. Average peak color in NJ is October 19 – 29.