Bearfort Ridge Loop – Surprise Lake
Rugged trail to Surprise Lake with plenty of views, mountain laurel, a rhododendron tunnel, and some scrambling.
Rugged trail to Surprise Lake with plenty of views, mountain laurel, a rhododendron tunnel, and some scrambling.
Hike a loop to Indian Rocks, Hemlock Pond, and Blue Mountain Lake in the Delaware Water Gap.
Start at NJ’s highest waterfall then hike steeply uphill to the Appalachian Trail, Crater Lake, and Hemlock Pond.
Hike a historic route through stands of beautiful Atlantic white cedar and mountain laurel.
Climb steeply uphill to a fantastic overlook of the Delaware Water Gap and Mt. Minsi across the way.
Loop with streams, water cascades, mines (closed), ridge views, the Catfish fire tower, rhododendron tunnels, and a swamp.
Hike along striking white cliff edges while enjoying panoramic views of the Shawangunk region of New York.
A rugged route around scenic Terrace Pond with a floating bridge and lot of scrambling.
Rugged, rocky trail that runs along a ridge with many expansive viewpoints before arriving at Terrace Pond.
Mountain Laurel vs Rhododendron – how to tell them apart, plus suggested hikes.
Hike to three large glacial erratics – Tripod Rock, Whale Head Rock, and Bear Rock – as well as two overlooks.
Hike through mountain laurel over rolling hills, enjoy river and ocean views, and check out military bunkers from WWII.
Pretty, well-maintained trails that are best for short loops plus a visitor center and small reptile house.