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Pyramid Mountain – Tripod Rock

Hike to three large glacial erratics – Tripod Rock, Whale Head Rock, and Bear Rock – as well as two overlooks.

Loop with streams, water cascades, mines (closed), ridge views, the Catfish fire tower, rhododendron tunnels, and a swamp.

Hike up the Rattlesnake Swamp Trail to expansive views from the Appalachian Trail and Catfish Fire Tower.

A steep but short approach to Sunfish Pond via Garvey Springs, then expansive views along the Appalachian Trail at Raccoon Ridge.

Hike the Appalachian Trail to an impressive panoramic view from Mount Mohican.

Explore the remains of a Revolutionary-era Ironworks plantation, scramble to a viewpoint, and hike across the NJ/NY border.

Hike to Hawk Rock and Cactus Ledge viewpoints, continue to Bear Swamp Lake, and end with a pretty waterfall.

Enjoy expansive views over the Hudson River to New York City, a pretty waterfall, ruins, and a rope swing.

Short hike that includes stone ruins, Lake Valhalla Overlook, a waterfall, and the 100 Steps.

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

Hike over boardwalks and a suspension bridge before climbing the “Stairway to Heaven” to one of the best viewpoints in NJ.

Hike the “Stairway to Heaven” up a series of steep rock slab steps to a panoramic view from Pinwheel’s Vista.

Hike to Ramapo Lake, Van Slyke castle ruins, and enjoy views of the reservoir and surrounding mountains from Wanaque ridge.

Long hike through the northern section of Allamuchy Mountain S.P. North, on the Waterloo Trail.

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.