Historical
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.
Tillman Ravine
Shady hike in a pretty hemlock forest that features nice cascades and a cemetery dating to the 1800s.
Apple Pie Hill – Wharton State Forest
Hike the Batona Trail from the Carranza Memorial to Apple Pie Hill and climb the 60’ tall fire tower for a panoramic view.
Washington Crossing State Park
Hike with history at a scenic park near the site of Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River and the Continental Army’s route to Trenton in 1776.
Hiking to Steamboat Landing for the first time
Steamboat Landing makes for a scenic hike destination along Cheesequake Creek.
Snowshoeing at Watchung Reservation
Snowshoeing along a gorge and a brook to the Deserted Village of Feltville.
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.
Monmouth Battlefield
Hike with history along forests, fields, and farms that featured in the Battle of Monmouth in 1778.
Red Cross, Beech, Long Path Loop
Highlights of this loop include views of Lake Skannatati and Lake Askoti, the Hasenclever Mine, and a small cemetery with graves from the 1800s.