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Exploring the Ruins of Van Slyke Castle
Located atop Ramapo Mountain State Forest lies one of New Jersey’s most unique hiking destinations—Van Slyke Castle. What…

Kayaking Wawayanda Lake
Wawayanda Lake is a scenic 225-acre lake perfect for kayaking and paddleboarding. A paddle around the serene lake…

The Underrated Silas Condict County Park
Silas Condict County Park is a moderately sized 1,513-acre park in Kinnelon Borough in Morris County. The park…

Hiking Norvin Green’s Stone Living Room and Torne Mountain
Located just a short hike from Norvin Green State Forest’s parking area is one of New Jersey’s more…

Finding Bigfoot on the Ringwood Sculpture Trail
Hidden at the end of a nondescript dead-end road is the surprisingly impressive Ringwood Sculpture Trail. A short…

Hiking Governor Mountain at Ringwood State Park
Located in Ringwood State Park, Governor Mountain is a little-known peak offering views of the Wanaque Reservoir. An…

Kayaking Splitrock Reservoir
Splitrock Reservoir is a large 650-acre reservoir located in Rockaway Township. The massive property is an excellent spot…

Exploring Dismal Harmony
Dismal Harmony is small park in Mendham Township. Despite the somewhat macabre name, Dismal Harmony is a peaceful…

Explore Cataract Park: Hidden Waterfalls and Historic Mine
Cataract Park is an often overlooked park located in Washington Township in Morris County. Although the park is…

Easy Hike to Scenic Waterfalls at Van Campens Glen
Tucked away in the heart of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation, Van Campens Glen is a very…
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