NJ Hiking
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 Reservation – Hemlock Falls
Moderate hike that takes in a viewpoint from historic Washington Rock, Hemlock Falls, and the Rahway River.
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.
Cheesequake – White Trail and Arrowsmith
Short hike with a butterfly garden plus a side trip for viewpoints over pretty marshland.
John A. Phillips Preserve
Small county park with a very nice trail system through a pine forest with several short, easy loops – or combine all for a 5.0 mile hike.
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.
Buttermilk Falls, Crater Lake, Hemlock Pond
Start at NJ’s highest waterfall then hike steeply uphill to the Appalachian Trail, Crater Lake, and Hemlock Pond.