Newtown, Pennsylvania
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Newtown
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Califon, New Jersey
Bike the Columbia Trail: Califon to High Bridge
There are multiple places to pick up the Columbia Trail (High Bridge, Califon, Long Valley, Flanders) but this post is for biking or running from Califon to High Bridge and back. The best place to park is at the old town railroad station on, of course, Railroad Ave. You will be able to see the en...Read more -
Shamong, New Jersey
Hike to Quaker Bridge via Atsion
7 miLooking at a map of New Jersey, you'll notice that the biggest green patch of forest on the map is Wharton State Forest, in the southern half of the state. There are many great hikes to do in the state forest, described here is a relatively easy 7 mile hike that serves a nice introduction to hiki...Read more -
Shamong, New Jersey
Camp at Wharton State Forest
3.0There is plenty of potential for activity in New Jersey's largest state park. Wharton offers Mullica River for boating, as well as three other rivers for canoeing. Hikers can follow the 50-mile Batona Trail, which connects Wharton to the Brendan T. Byrne and Bass River State Forests. Other trails...Read more -
Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Marble Hill Ice Cave via Warren-Highlands Trail
3.01.89 mi / 371 ft gainMarble Hill Ice Cave via Warren-Highlands Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Phillipsburg, New Jersey.Read more -
Washington, New Jersey
Merrill Creek Reservoir Perimeter Trail
4.05.33 mi / 371 ft gainMerrill Creek Reservoir Perimeter Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Stewartsville, New Jersey.Read more -
Washington Township, New Jersey
Hike Hacklebarney State Park's Trout Brook Riverbanks
5.0This is a relatively easy hike through Hacklebarney State Park that is great for families with younger children, rock scrambling, photography, and just hanging out in nature. There are two different ways to explore Hacklebarney, either by staying on the packed gravel path or by following the bank...Read more -
Matawan, New Jersey
Cheesequake Yellow and Blue Loop Trail
4.03.43 mi / 328 ft gainCheesequake Yellow and Blue Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Old Bridge, New Jersey.Read more -
Gillette, New Jersey
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge Loop
5.00.94 mi / 43 ft gainNestled within the more urban and suburban communities in Northern New Jersey, you can escape back to nature at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The name says it all - this place is the perfect opportunity to get up close to a variety of different wildlife that call this protected land home....Read more -
Nazareth, Pennsylvania
Hike the Henry's Woods Loop in Jacobsburg State Park
5.01.9 mi / 200 ft gainOnly a short drive from the major Pennsylvania cities of Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton lies Jacobsburg State Park and environmental center. The main feature of the park is most certainly the Henry's Woods loop. Although just under two miles, this trail encompasses a variety of terrain and ol...Read more -
Hammonton, New Jersey
Batsto Lake Trail
4.07 mi / 108 ft gainBatsto Lake Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Washington Township, New Jersey.Read more -
Wilmington, Delaware
Creekside and Brandywine Valley Trail Loop
4.55.5 mi / 20 ft gainThis loops starts out from the Rockland Road Trail head. There is a pay station here that is self-regulated. Creekside Trail starts here and runs the entire length of Brandywine Creek State Park along the Brandywine River. The trail is an easy 2.6 miles long and continues into First State Natio...Read more -
Wilmington, Delaware
Rocky Run Loop Trail at Brandywine Creek State Park
3.2 mi / 272 ft gainThe Rocky Run Trail is a 3.2-mile loop through Brandywine Creek State Park in Wilmington, Delaware. The trail has some nice views of the Brandywine River and the surrounding forest. There are some rocky areas of mild elevation, so be prepared. The trail is not well marked, and there are many of...Read more -
Berkeley Township, New Jersey
Stroll through the Cranberry Bogs at Double Trouble State Park
4.01.9 miThis is a very easy hike, and a great day trip to take if you're looking for something simple and relaxing, but still want beautiful scenery and wildlife.For quick access to the cranberry bog trails, the lot on Double Trouble Road near the Historic Village is where you'll want to start. Entering ...Read more -
Washington, New Jersey
Harrisville Pond
4 mi / 125 ft gainHarrisville Pond is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Chatsworth, New Jersey.Read more -
Wilmington, Delaware
Hike the Hidden Pond Trail
4.02.15 mi / 282 ft gainBrandywine Creek State Park, a 933-acre park located in Northern Delaware, offers 14 miles of hiking trails, expanses of open fields, and the beautiful Brandywine Creek. The Hidden Pond trail is an excellent hike through the hardwood forests and down to the banks of the creek. The trail begins ...Read more -
Douglassville, Pennsylvania
Hike the Lenape and Boone Trail Loop at French Creek State Park
4.5 mi / 715 ft gainFrench Creek State Park offers a web of trails for hiking and mountain biking with two lakes, picnic areas, and more. Hike the Lenape and Boone Trail Loop, a moderate 4.5 mile hike that winds through the forest and offers views of both of the park's lakes - Scott's Run Lake and Hopewell Lake. Dog...Read more