Lake
Wawayanda – Old Coal Trail
Pleasant, easy route that follows woods roads, passes Lookout Lake, skirts Wawayanda Lake, and goes to Wawayanda Furnace.
High Point – AT and Iris Trail Loop
Several nice viewpoints along a figure-8 loop using the Appalachian Trail and the Iris trail.
Stonetown Circular
Climb and descend five mountains – Little Windbeam, Windbeam, Bear, Board, and Harrison – while enjoying views of the Wanaque and Monksville Reservoirs.
Ramapo Valley County Reservation
Hike to Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge viewpoints, continue to Bear Swamp Lake, and end with a pretty waterfall.
Farrington Lake Trail
Short, easy trail along Farrington Lake that can connect to Davidson’s Mill Pond and Ireland Brook Conservation Area.
Davidson’s Mill Pond Park
Short trails along ponds and on twisty boardwalks through a shady forest, plus garden displays and a butterfly house.
Kittatinny Valley State Park
Hike with views of Lake Aeroflex, Whites Pond, and planes taking off from a small airport.
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.
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.
Four Birds Trail – Splitrock Reservoir
Rugged hike along Splitrock Reservoir to a nice viewpoint and break spot.
