Van Cortlandt House Museum – Photo by Daniel Chazin This 3.5-mile urban loop through Van Cortlandt Park blends natural tranquility with rich historical landmarks and hidden greenways in the heart of the Bronx. Beginning at the 242nd Street subway station, the route passes the historic Van Cortlandt House Museum (built in 1748), then winds through…
Duck Pond – Photo by Daniel Chazin This gentle 3.5-mile loop explores the rare sinkhole pond landscape of northwest New Jersey. Beginning on the yellow-blazed Bear Claw Trail, you’ll pass through second-growth forest and remnants of old farmland before crossing to the Limestone Trail, which skirts the shore of Duck Pond. The route connects to…
Sunrise at the beaver lodge on Silvermine Lake, Harriman State Park – Photo Amy Comerford This 4.2-mile loop in Harriman State Park combines lakeside paths, historic roads, and ridgeline climbs for a moderate but rewarding adventure. Beginning at the Silvermine Boat Launch, the route follows the yellow-blazed Menomine Trail past the scenic shoreline of Silvermine…
Jordan Pond – Photo by Daniel Chazin This varied and rewarding 5.5-mile loop in Clarence Fahnestock State Park links the Charcoal Burners, Cabot, Perkins, and Fahnestock Trails, weaving through scenic woodlands, quiet ponds, wildflower-filled meadows, and active farmland. Starting on the red-blazed Charcoal Burners Trail, hikers traverse historic charcoal lands and mountain laurel tunnels before…
View of High Point Monument – High Point State Park – Photo credit: Jeremy Apgar This 3.7-mile loop in High Point State Park offers a scenic ridge walk through the highest elevation in New Jersey, with sweeping views in all directions and two short but steep climbs. Beginning at the base of the 220-foot High…
View of Greenwood Lake from the Ernest Walter Trail – Photo by Daniel Chazin This 6.7-mile loop over Bearfort Ridge is one of the most scenic and adventurous day hikes in the New York–New Jersey Highlands. Beginning with a steep 600-foot climb up the State Line Trail, the route rewards hikers with sweeping views over…
