New Jersey

The Spizzle Creek Trail is an easy, flat trail with views of the Barnegat Bay and a bird observation blind making it a great place to spot osprey and wading birds attracted to this rich ecosystem.

An easy hike through a species-rich preserve featuring an impressive scenic viewpoint at High Rocks over Mud Pond.

Overview: The Giant Stairs is a challenging 4.3 mile loop hike featuring views of the…

This out-and-back hike in Harriman State Park provides some great views and can be done as a day hike or a relatively easy and kid-friendly overnight backpacking trip.

Everything you need to know to hike to the dramatic 25-foot Hemlock Falls in South Mountain Reservation – one of the top hikes in New Jersey.

This is the shortest trail to Terrace Pond, a beautiful glacial lake, which features a floating walkway as a highlight.

The 3.9 mile Castle Loop trail visits the Van Slyke Castle ruins and Ramapo Lake and provides great views of the Ramapo and Wyanokie Mountains. The shorter out-and-back hike to the ruins is a kid-friendly favorite.

These are the best books, maps, and resources for hiking in New Jersey and the New York metropolitan area.

The Stairway to Heaven hike in Vernon, New Jersey is a short but steep section of the Appalachian Trail to a panoramic viewpoint of the Vernon Valley.

High Mountain Hike Overview High Mountain is a kid-friendly hike to the 879 foot summit…