Blue Mountain – Red Maple Trail, Appalachian Trail, Jacobs Ladder
Hike to a panoramic view from Blue Mountain via the Red Maple Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and Jacobs Ladder.
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Kittatinny Valley State Park
Hike with views of Lake Aeroflex, Whites Pond, and planes taking off from a small airport.
Appalachian Trail – Culvers Gap to Blue Mountain
Hike the Appalachian Trail from Culvers Gap to Blue Mountain for many expansive views.
Swartswood State Park – Spring Lake
The first state park in New Jersey offers an easy hike through a beautiful forest to Spring Lake.
Swartswood Grist Mill Trail
From a historic grist mill, this short hike winds through forest past Swartswood Lake.
Island Beach State Park
Hike short trails to the ocean and bay sides of a barrier island, and along an undeveloped beach with views of Barnegat Lighthouse.
Negri-Nepote Native Grassland Preserve
Easy hike around the edges of grasslands and through some forested areas with plenty of birding opportunities.
Butler Road Natural Area
Three short loops surrounding the Ten Mile Run Stream that can be combined or hiked alone.
Six Mile Run Reservoir – Red Trail
Hike through forests, pines, open fields, and along the Six Mile Run.
Watchung Reservation – Sierra Trail
The Sierra Trail winds through woods along the shores of Lake Surprise and through the Deserted Village of Feltville.
Watchung Reservation – History Trail
Explore the history of Watchung Reservation and hike around Lake Surprise.
Steamboat Landing – Cheesequake State Park
Hike to scenic Steamboat Landing along Cheesequake Creek.
