Grand Castle Loop
Hike to Van Slyke Castle while maximizing the viewpoints in Ramapo Mountain State Forest.
Viewpoint
Point Mountain Reservation
Rocky hike that quickly arrives at a panorama over the surrounding hills, valleys, and farmland and returns along a stream.
Ralph Stover and Tohickon Valley
Two adjacent parks that pack dramatic vistas and pretty forest into a short hike along the High Rocks cliffs overlooking the Tohickon Creek below.
Red Cross, Beech, Long Path Loop
Highlights of this loop include views of Lake Skannatati and Lake Askoti, the Hasenclever Mine, and a small cemetery with graves from the 1800s.
Almost Perpendicular, Elbow Brush
“Almost Perpendicular” is a steep rocky scramble to a nice viewpoint, and “Elbow Brush” is a short squeeze through a rock crevice.
Kakiat County Park to Pine Meadow Lake
This route takes in several view points along Mountain, SMB and Raccoon Brook Hill trails, Lake Wanoksink, and Pine Meadow Lake.
Stephens State Park
A long route on mostly woods roads to a fire tower, or take it easy with short trails, picnic tables and playgrounds.
Mahlon Dickerson – Headley Overlook
Hike to Headley Overlook for a view of Lake Hopatcong, pass the highest point in Morris County (1395′), and return via the Ogden Mine Railroad rail bed.
Four Birds Trail (North)
Nice views of Charlotteburg Reservoir early on, then hike through a secluded forest to arrive at Timber Brook Lake.