Scenic Areas (overlooks/waterfalls) near Essex County, NJ

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Riker Hill
Essex County

Riker Hill 2.65 miles

Livingston, Essex County, NJ

Riker Hill is a 204.68-acre complex in the western section of Essex County and is composed of three parts: 1) The ...

  • Location

    288 Beaufort Avenue
    Livingston, NJ 07039

  • Activities

    Walking

  • Attractions

    Museum / Gallery

  • Parks & Gardens

    County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    TrailsShade/Cover: Wooded

  • Amenities

    TrailsParking Lot(s)

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Ringwood State Park
Passaic County

Ringwood State Park 22.46 miles

Ringwood, Passaic County, NJ

Ringwood State Park offers so much for people of all levels to do throughout the year, including mountain biking, h...

  • Location

    1304 Sloatsburg Rd
    Ringwood, New Jersey 07456

  • Activities

    BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalkingSkiing / SnowboardingSwimming

  • Parks & Gardens

    State ParkPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Shop/Serv/Rent

    Kayak / Canoe / Rowboat Rentals

  • Trails

    TrailsRugged / RockySome are challengingShade/Cover: Wooded

  • Amenities

    BathroomsBeachBoat LaunchCar Top Boat Launch OnlyGardensNature / Environmental CenterPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsShooting / Archery rangeParking Lot(s)

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Saddle River County Park

Saddle River County Park 13.98 miles

Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450

A paved multi-use path runs about six miles from Ridgewood down to Rochelle Park, passing under Route 4 and linking...

  • Location

    East Ridgewood Avenue
    Ridgewood, New Jersey 07450

  • Activities

    FishingJogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  • Parks & Gardens

    County ParksDog ParksHistoric AreaScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    Elv Change: Flat / EasyWalking PathsSurface Type: Paved

  • Amenities

    Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsDog Park / Dog AreaPicnic / Sitting AreaParking Lot(s)

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South Mountain Reservation
Essex County

South Mountain Reservation 4.05 miles

Short Hills, Essex County, NJ

The largest park in the Essex County system at 2,110 acres, between the first and second Watchung ridges, with an O...

  • Location

    South Orange Avenue and Cherry Lane,
    West Orange, New Jersey 07052

  • Activities

    Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningWalkingSkiing / Snowboarding

  • Parks & Gardens

    County ParksDog ParksPark (General)Recreation AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    TrailsElv Change: Moderate Rugged / RockyShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Dirt

  • Amenities

    Dog Park / Dog AreaPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsMonument

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The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation
Passaic County

The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation 18.55 miles

Ringwood, Passaic County, NJ

Education and recreation center offering interpretive hikes, workshops and school and scout programs in nearby fore...

  • Location

    150 Snake Den Road
    Ringwood, NJ 07456

  • Activities

    BirdwatchingHikingJogging / Running

  • Parks & Gardens

    Land PreserveWildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    TrailsRugged / RockyShade/Cover: Wooded

  • Amenities

    Volleyball CourtsBathroomsGardensNature / Environmental CenterTrails

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Tripod Rock / Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area
Morris County

Tripod Rock / Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area 11.79 miles

Kinnelon, Morris County, NJ

The hike up to Tripod Rock, as well as around all the trails in Pyramid Mountain, is just amazing.

  • Location

    Rt 511
    Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405

  • Activities

    BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackHiking

  • Parks & Gardens

    County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    TrailsRugged / RockyShade/Cover: Wooded

  • Amenities

    BathroomsNature / Environmental CenterTrails

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Van Saun County Park
Bergen County

Van Saun County Park 14.77 miles

Paramus, Bergen County, NJ

Within its 146 acres, Van Saun County Park offers a wide-range of activities that is sure to please the entire fami...

  • Location

    216 Forest Avenue,
    Paramus, New Jersey 07652

  • Activities

    BirdwatchingFishingHikingJogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  • Attractions

    Sprayground / Splashground

  • Parks & Gardens

    County ParksDog ParksPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyFitness Trail Walking PathsShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: Crushed rockSurface Type: Paved

  • Amenities

    Sports / Athletic FieldsBathroomsDog Park / Dog AreaNature / Environmental CenterPetting Zoo/Regular Zoo/AnimalsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)Sprayground / Splashground

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Watchung Reservation
Union County

Watchung Reservation 10.08 miles

Mountainside, Union County, NJ

As the largest park in Union County, the 2,000+ acre Watchung Reservation is a massive outdoor playground design...

  • Location

    452 New Providence Road,
    Mountainside, New Jersey 07092

  • Activities

    BirdwatchingEquestrian / HorsebackHikingPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  • Parks & Gardens

    County ParksPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  • Trails

    TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyElv Change: Moderate BoardwalksRugged / RockyGuided / Nature trailSome are challengingWalking PathsShade/Cover: Ample ShadeShade/Cover: VariedShade/Cover: WoodedSurface Type: DirtSurface Type: Paved

  • Amenities

    BathroomsPicnic / Sitting AreaTrailsParking Lot(s)

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