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Edwin B. Forsythe NWR

Excellent birding opportunities along Wildlife Drive and hike several easy trails through woodlands and near wetlands.

Hike through groves of large, tall trees and walk along meadows.

A short, easy loop around Parvin Lake through South Jersey’s pinelands and an Atlantic white cedar swamp.

Easy and scenic stroll around Manasquan Reservoir.

Easy paved rail-trail that rolls along a tree-lined path between Marlboro and Matawan.

Easy, sandy trails through pine barrens and around cranberry bogs with views of Cedar Creek and several reservoirs.

Sandy trail that runs along the winding Rancocas Creek and passes by the remains of an old house.

Easy trails and a nature center near Rancocas Creek.

Biking part of the Paulinskill Valley Trail in summer.

Two connecting sections of trails through forest and along meadows and farms.

Short hike to a waterfall cascading over a rocky drop in Lockatong Creek.

Short nature trail at Franklin Pond created by Erin Kidd for their Girl Scout Gold Award Project.

Paved trail with views of marshlands, suburban areas, Sandy Hook Bay, and the New York skyline.

Pretty, well-maintained trails that are best for short loops plus a visitor center and small reptile house.

Hike on boardwalks through a swamp to observe wildlife in this interesting park.