Scherman-Hoffman Sanctuaries

Park Overview:

Birds are the principal focus. Three short hiking trails plus the Patriots’ Trail that connects to Morristown National Historical Park [Jockey Hollow section]

Trail Uses:Hiking
Dogs:No dogs
Trail Miles:2.3 miles
Park Acreage:275 acres
City/County/
State:
Bernardsville/Morris/NJ
Park Description:

 

Owned by the NJ Audubon Society and encompassing 275 acres adjacent to the NJ Brigade Encampment Area at Jockey Hollow, the Scherman-Hoffman Sanctuaries include woodland, field, and floodplain habitat supporting over 200 species of wildlife.  Birds are the primary focus of the sanctuaries, but there are also several hiking trails.

Trails Overview:

 

There are three blazed trails, ranging from 0.3 to 1.3 miles [total miles: 2.3].  A branch of the Patriots' Path [blue path-and-tree-logo on white] connects to the Jockey Hollow section of the Morristown National Historical Park.   For trail map and trail description use the Contact Information below, follow "Directions" link.

Directions:

 

The Sanctuaries are near Exit 30B of I-287.   For map and written directions use the Contact Information below, follow "Directions" link.

Contact Information:NJ Audubon Society, Scherman-Hoffman Sanctuaries
908-766-5787
Region:Morris County
Fees:None