Jackie Jones Fire Tower, Big Hill, and Three Reservoirs
Expansive views from a fire tower and Big Hill, a few ruins, and hiking old woods roads past three pretty reservoirs.
Moderate Hikes
Sunfish Pond
Hike through some of the prettiest forest in New Jersey to a glacial lake 1,000 feet above the surrounding area.
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.
High Point – AT and Iris Trail Loop
Several nice viewpoints along a figure-8 loop using the Appalachian Trail and the Iris trail.
Pinnacle and the Pulpit – Appalachian Trail
Rocky route along the Appalachian Trail in Pennsylvania with an expansive view of the surrounding hills and the patchwork of farmland in the valley below.
Four Birds Trail – Splitrock Reservoir
Rugged hike along Splitrock Reservoir to a nice viewpoint and break spot.
Washington Valley Park
Hike along Washington Valley Reservoir, East Branch Reservoir, Buttermilk Falls and a hawk watch.
Wanaque Ridge Trail – Ramapo Mountain State Forest
Hike to Ramapo Lake, Van Slyke castle ruins, and enjoy views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains from Wanaque ridge.
Four Birds Trail (North)
Nice views of Charlotteburg Reservoir early on, then hike through a secluded forest to arrive at Timber Brook Lake.
Stony Brook-Millstone Watershed Reserve
Easy to moderate hiking through forests and along fields. Be sure to check for swans at the pond and look for the “Hobbit” tree.
Black River Park – Cooper Mill to Lamerson Road
Hike along the Black River and Bamboo Brook in Morris County.