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.
North NJ Hikes
Hike guides for the rugged northern portion of New Jersey. The majority of Jersey’s well known hikes are located across this region – Mt. Tammany, Stairway to Heaven, Wyanokie High Point, and the Giant Stairs. Listed by last updated.
Also check out Best Hikes in NJ for a curated collection or Hiking in NJ for the master list of every hike guide on the site.
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.
Wildcat Ridge – Hawk Watch Loop
Hike a loop with the Hibernia bat cave, cemetery, hawk watch viewpoint, and a beaver pond.
Turkey Mountain – Perimeter Loop
Enjoy views of Lake Valhalla and the NYC skyline, a waterfall, and the 100 Steps.
Pyramid Mountain – Tripod Rock
Hike to three large glacial erratics – Tripod Rock, Whale Head Rock, and Bear Rock – as well as two overlooks.
Coppermines, Appalachian Trail, Catfish Fire Tower, Rattlesnake Swamp
Loop with streams, water cascades, mines (closed), ridge views, the Catfish fire tower, rhododendron tunnels, and a swamp.
Rattlesnake Swamp – Catfish Fire Tower Loop
Hike up the Rattlesnake Swamp Trail to expansive views from the Appalachian Trail and Catfish Fire Tower.
Appalachian Trail – Sunfish Pond to Raccoon Ridge
A steep but short approach to Sunfish Pond via Garvey Springs, then expansive views along the Appalachian Trail at Raccoon Ridge.
Raccoon Ridge from Mohican Outdoor Center
Hike the Appalachian Trail to an impressive panoramic view from Mount Mohican.
Long Pond Ironworks – Sterling Ridge and Jennings Hollow
Explore the remains of a Revolutionary-era Ironworks plantation, scramble to a viewpoint, and hike across the NJ/NY border.
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
Hike to Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge viewpoints, continue to Bear Swamp Lake, and end with a pretty waterfall.
Peanut Leap Cascade – Palisades
Enjoy expansive views over the Hudson River to New York City, a pretty waterfall, ruins, and a rope swing.
Valhalla Falls Loop – Turkey Mountain
Short hike that includes stone ruins, Lake Valhalla Overlook, a waterfall, and the 100 Steps.
