Highlands Trail Guide
Introduction
Last Update – 12/8/25
The Highlands Trail Guide is your essential tool for planning hikes along the Highlands Trail. Below, you’ll find linked maps and detailed segment descriptions. Do you have a question, suggestion, or a hike report? Contact the volunteer Trail Chair at [email protected].
Before you go: Always check Trail Alerts & Notifications for the latest updates—reroutes, closures, and special access information (such as gate openings) may not be displayed on your map. Some areas also have limited cell service, so it’s best to review everything in advance.
Segment Guide

Highlands Trail
Hudson River to Goose Pond Mountain SP (NY)

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Goose Pond Mountain SP to Passaic County 511

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Passaic County 511
to Route 23 (NJ)

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Route 23 to Route 181

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Route 181 to Route 206 (NJ)

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Route 206 to Mine Hill Rd (NJ)

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Mine Hill Rd to Schooley’s Mtn. Park (NJ)

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Schooley’s Mountain Park to Voorhees SP(NJ)

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Voorhees SP to Spruce Run Recreation Area (NJ)

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Spruce Run Recreation Area to Route 173 (NJ)

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Route 173 to Dennis Road (NJ)

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Dennis Road to the Delaware River (NJ)
Volunteer
as a Trail Maintainer
Help keep the Highlands Trail beautiful! Our 2,000-plus volunteers build, maintain, and protect trails and care for natural areas all across the region. Your favorite parks and trails need you!





