7 Amazing Natural Wonders Hiding In Plain Sight In New Jersey — No Hiking Required

There is no one immune to the beauty of a natural wonder. When we see something truly striking in nature, it sticks with us, makes our jaw drop. But the reality is, not everyone can embark on hikes to see some of these gorgeous sights. And even if they can, hey, sometimes you just don’t want to hike in general! That’s OK — because there are natural wonders you can easily see in New Jersey without any strenuous activity.

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Buttermilk Falls is typically regarded as one of the state's most beautiful waterfalls. It's also the highest in the state! But no real hiking is required to see it. It's a brief walk over to the waterfall.

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Ghost Lake, located in Jenny Jump State Forest, is beautiful -- and kind of eerie, like the name suggests. You can drive to the lake to admire it on Shades of Death Road.

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The colorful, florescent rocks you see in this zinc mine will make your jaw drop. Things seem to glow in the dark here.

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This New Jersey state park is such a beautiful, peaceful place to visit. The beach is gorgeous and there is protected wildlife all around you.

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New Jersey is known for its beaches -- but it doesn't have a ton of lakes. That's what makes Lake Hopatcong, the largest freshwater lake in the state, so special.

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Sure, it's fun to hike these cliffs and see the view. But it's honestly more striking to be at the bottom and admire these super steep cliffs by the river.

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This stunning waterfall is basically the Niagara Falls of New Jersey. It's 77 feet high, and the rushing water is just gasp-worthy.

Which will you visit first?