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Crater Lake and Hemlock Pond Loop

Hike a double loop to visit Crater Lake and Hemlock Pond.

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.

Rugged, rocky route with rhododendron tunnels to pretty 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.

Rugged trail to Surprise Lake with plenty of views, mountain laurel, a rhododendron tunnel, and some scrambling.

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.

Hike to a panoramic view from Blue Mountain via the Red Maple Trail, the Appalachian Trail, and Jacobs Ladder.