Stonetown Circular
Climb and descend five mountains – Little Windbeam, Windbeam, Bear, Board, and Harrison – while enjoying views of the Wanaque and Monksville Reservoirs.
North NJ Hikes
Hike guides for the rugged northern portion of New Jersey. The majority of Jersey’s well known hikes are located across this region – Mt. Tammany, Stairway to Heaven, Wyanokie High Point, and the Giant Stairs. Listed by last updated.
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Blue Mountain Lake and Hemlock Pond Loop
Hike a loop to Indian Rocks, Hemlock Pond, and Blue Mountain Lake in the Delaware Water Gap.
Stokes – Blue Mountain Loop – Lower
An enjoyable, relatively level trek through an attractive forest using the lower section of the Blue Mountain Loop that circuits Stokes State Forest.
South Mountain Fairy Trail
Easy, short trail lined with whimsical “fairy houses” made entirely of natural materials.
Jenny Jump State Forest – Ghost Lake
Hike through Jenny Jump State Forest for many views of the surrounding mountains and valleys before arriving at Ghost Lake.
Appalachian Trail – Crater Lake to Blue Mountain
Hike from beautiful Crater Lake and enjoy views along the Appalachian Trail to Rattlesnake, Bird, and Blue Mountains.
Jockey Hollow – Grand Loop Trail
Easy trails along gurgling streams and rolling hills in beautiful Morristown National Historical Park.
Sunrise Mountain
Hike through a dense forest before climbing to Sunrise Mountain for views over northern New Jersey from the Appalachian Trail.
Appalachian Trail – Culvers Gap to Culver Fire Tower
Impressive views over Stokes State Forest and the Kittatinny Ridge.
Mt. Tammany – Delaware Water Gap
Climb steeply uphill to a fantastic overlook of the Delaware Water Gap and Mt. Minsi across the way.
Catfish Fire Tower – Appalachian Trail
Hike the Appalachian Trail past Catfish Fire Tower for tons of views over New Jersey.