Helyar Woods at Rutgers Gardens
A small section of woods adjacent to Rutgers Gardens and Westons Mill Pond.
A small section of woods adjacent to Rutgers Gardens and Westons Mill Pond.
Two connecting sections of trails through forest and along meadows and farms.
Hike that includes a view towards the Delaware River and passes a few old farm buildings.
Hike a loop through the heart of Jockey Hollow from Wick House to the soldier’s huts, and explore a scenic brook.
A rugged trail through a very pretty area, with several stream hops and views from a hawk watch.
Hike through some of the prettiest forest in New Jersey to a glacial lake 1,000 feet above the surrounding area.
Hike from the old Cooper Mill through the Black River Gorge and a pine forest, with a side trip to the ruins of Kay’s Cottage.
Climb Torne Mountain and enjoy view after view before reaching Osio Rock for a 360° panorama.
Hike to three large glacial erratics – Tripod Rock, Whale Head Rock, and Bear Rock – as well as two overlooks.
Explore the ruins of Van Slyke Castle on a rugged hike with multiple viewpoints.
Shady hike through plentiful rhododendron, a cedar swamp, and past Lake Lookout and Wawayanda Lake.
Rugged trail to Surprise Lake with plenty of views, mountain laurel, a rhododendron tunnel, and some scrambling.
Hike the Appalachian Trail to the highest elevation in NJ, climb an obelisk, enjoy vast views of NJ, PA, and NY, plus explore an Atlantic cedar swamp.