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Duke Farms

Casual hiking on level, easy paths through a beautiful historic estate.

Enjoy views of Bear Mountain Bridge, Perkins Tower, the Hudson River, and NY – and hike through Doodletown, the remains of a town from the 1700s.

White marker on a pine tree next to a sandy trail.

Hike from the old Cooper Mill through the Black River Gorge and a pine forest, with a side trip to the ruins of Kay’s Cottage.

Hike along the Black River from Cooper Mill to the ruins of Kay’s Cottage.

Hike to the Wawayanda Furnace and return along the lake.

Shady hike in a pretty hemlock forest that features nice cascades and a cemetery dating to the 1800s.

Moderate hike that takes in a viewpoint from historic Washington Rock, Hemlock Falls, and the Rahway River.

Scenic hike around Butler Reservoir that includes a waterfall, dam, and ruins.

Hike to a waterfall along Apshawa Brook, a dam, and water tank ruins.

A hike up to the crater rim of Mt. Vesuvius is a unique and interesting way to experience history.

Easy trails along gurgling streams and rolling hills in beautiful Morristown National Historical Park.

Wander easy trails, cross a swinging bridge, do some birding, and explore a Revolutionary War battlefield.

Hike the Batona Trail from the Carranza Memorial to Apple Pie Hill and climb the 60’ tall fire tower for a panoramic view.

Easy romp through the Pine Barrens that includes a long and rather nifty section of boardwalk.