Author: Explore North Jersey
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Exploring the Ruins of Van Slyke Castle
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Located atop Ramapo Mountain State Forest lies one of New Jersey’s most unique hiking destinations—Van Slyke Castle. What…
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Kayaking Wawayanda Lake
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Wawayanda Lake is a scenic 225-acre lake perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding. A paddle around the serene lake…
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The Underrated Silas Condict County Park
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Silas Condict County Park is a moderately sized 1,513-acre park in Kinnelon Borough in Morris County. The park…
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Hiking Norvin Green’s Stone Living Room and Torne Mountain
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Located just a short hike from Norvin Green State Forest’s parking area is one of New Jersey’s more…
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Finding Bigfoot on the Ringwood Sculpture Trail
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Hidden at the end of a nondescript dead-end road is the surprisingly impressive Ringwood Sculpture Trail. A short…
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Hiking Governor Mountain at Ringwood State Park
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Located in Ringwood State Park, Governor Mountain is a little-known peak offering views of the Wanaque Reservoir. An…
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Kayaking Splitrock Reservoir
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Splitrock Reservoir is a large 650-acre reservoir located in Rockaway Township. The massive property is an excellent spot…
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Exploring Dismal Harmony
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Dismal Harmony is small park in Mendham Township. Despite the somewhat macabre name, Dismal Harmony is a peaceful…
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Explore Cataract Park: Hidden Waterfalls and Historic Mine
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Cataract Park is an often overlooked park located in Washington Township in Morris County. Although the park is…
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Easy Hike to Scenic Waterfalls at Van Campens Glen
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Tucked away in the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation, Van Campens Glen is a very…
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