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Top trails in New Jersey (5)

Delaware Water Gap
Hard
Mt. Tammany Red Dot/Blue Dot Loop

Best ridge view of the Water Gap. 5 mi with about 1,200 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
3.5 mi
Gain:
1,200 ft
Type:
Loop
Pyramid Mountain NHA
Moderate
Pyramid Mountain – Tripod Rock

Glacial erratic balanced on three small stones. 7 mi with about 500 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
2.7 mi
Gain:
500 ft
Type:
Loop
Wawayanda SP
Hard
Stairway to Heaven

AT climb to a famous ridgeline view. 0 mi with about 1,100 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
5.0 mi
Gain:
1,100 ft
Type:
Out & Back
South Mountain Reservation
Easy
Hemlock Falls Loop

Quiet waterfall 20 minutes from Manhattan. 1 mi with about 350 ft of elevation gain. It is a beginner-friendly route that families and casual day hikers can comfortably complete, even in shoulder seasons.

Distance:
2.1 mi
Gain:
350 ft
Type:
Loop
Stokes SF
Moderate
Sunrise Mountain via AT

Pavilion overlook on a classic AT ridge. 4 mi with about 900 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
6.4 mi
Gain:
900 ft
Type:
Out & Back