This 2.3-Mile Trail In New Jersey Leads To A Gorgeous Mountain Lake
North Jersey is full of stunning hiking destinations. There’s the Delaware Water Gap, of course, but also Norvin Green State Forest, Longpond Iron Works State Park, Jockey Hollow, and so much more. One of our favorite parks in the northern part of the state leads to a beautiful mountain lake in New Jersey. Ramapo Mountain State Forest is a gem, and you should add it to your list of New Jersey bucket list hikes.
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It's a simple 2.3-mile trail with just over 300 feet of elevation gain, and it's enjoyable for the whole family.
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Climb up on one of the boulders or glacial erratics for a beautiful view!
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The view of the sun on the horizon of Ramapo Lake is so worth the effort - but bring a headlamp to light your way! Be aware that hiking around dawn or dusk increases your chances of spotting one of the forest's many black bears, so hike in groups and make some noise as you navigate.
You can find trail maps and more park information on the New Jersey DEP page for Ramapo Mountain State Forest. It’s one of the best places to hike in the Garden State!
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Ramapo Mountain State Forest, Wanaque, NJ 07465, USA