Scenic Areas (overlooks/waterfalls) near New Jersey

Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge

Galloway, Atlantic County, NJ

The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge protects more than 47,000 acres of southern New Jersey coastal habit...

• Location

  800 Great Creek Road,
  Galloway, New Jersey 08205

• Activities

  Walking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  National ParkWildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyBoardwalksWalking PathsSurface Type: Dirt

  Trails

Field Station: Dinosaurs

Leonia, Bergen County, NJ

Field Station: Dinosaurs is a world-class family attraction that combines cutting-edge science with the creative mi...

• Location

  40 Fort Lee Rd,
  Leonia, NJ 07605

• Activities

  Walking

  Activities

• Attractions

  Amusement / Theme ParkMuseum / Gallery

  Attractions

• Parks & Gardens

  Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Elv Change: Flat / EasyWalking PathsSurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

Fisherman's Cove Conservation Area

Manasquan, Monmouth County, NJ

Fisherman's Cove offers river access for wading and cartop boat launching

• Location

  391 Third Avenue
  Manasquan, New Jersey 08736

• Activities

  FishingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksDog ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has Trails

  Trails

Flatwater Paddle Co. - Monksville Reservoir

Ringwood, Passaic County, NJ

Flatwater Paddle Co. offers paddleboard and kayak rentals, sales and service on the Monksville Reservoir. They also...

• Location

  Monksville Reservoir, South Launch Ramp
  1081 Greenwood Lake Turnpike
  Ringwood, NJ 07456

• Activities

  FishingFitness Classes / TrainingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatSwimmingYoga (Outdoor)

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Shop/Serv/Rent

  Kayak / Canoe / Rowboat Rentals

  Shop/Serv/Rent

• Sports Plus

  Outdoor Yoga Classes

  Sports Plus

• Trails

  Water Trails (kayak / boat)

  Trails

Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Morristown, Morris County, NJ

The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, a lovely 127 acre tract now surrounded by busy highways and office parks was once Whip...

• Location

  353 East Hanover Avenue,
  Morristown, New Jersey 07960

• Activities

  HikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksGardens / ArboretumPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking Paths

  Trails

Garret Mountain Reservation

Woodland Park, Passaic County, NJ

Garret Mountain Reservation, a 568-acre recreational area, situated more than 500 feet above sea level provides swe...

• Location

  8 Mountain Ave,
  Woodland Park, NJ 07424

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Attractions

  Equestrian Center

  Attractions

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Sports Plus

  Equestrian Center

  Sports Plus

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyFitness Trail Walking Paths

  Trails

Goat Hill Overlook

Lambertville, Hunterdon County, NJ

Goat Hill Overlook is a scenic gem located in Lambertville, NJ, offering visitors stunning views of the Delaware Ri...

• Location

  Goat Hill Overlook Trailhead,
  20 George Washington Rd,
  Lambertville, NJ 08530

• Activities

  HikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Park (General)Land PreserveScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Moderate Surface Type: Crushed rockSurface Type: Dirt

  Trails

Grace Lord Park

Boonton, Morris County, NJ

Grace Lord Park in Boonton is one of our favorite stop offs when exploring the Boonton area. There is a small park,...

• Location

  Essex Ave and Plane St.
  Boonton, New Jersey 07005

• Activities

  Jogging / RunningPlaying in the playgroundWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Municiple / City ParkPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyRugged / RockyWalking Paths

  Trails

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge

New Vernon, Morris County, NJ

The Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is located in Morris County, New Jersey. Established in 1960, it is one of...

• Location

  Helen C Fenske Visitor Center
  32 Pleasant Plains Road
  Basking Ridge, NJ 07920

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackHikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  National ParkLand PreserveRecreation AreasWildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has Trails

  Trails

Hartshorne Woods County Park

Middletown, Monmouth County, NJ

Hartshorne Woods County Park offers great biking, hiking, jogging, and views of the ocean and NYC

• Location

  Middletown, New Jersey 07748

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain Biking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksHistoric AreaScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsRugged / Rocky

  Trails

Hemlock Falls

Short Hills, Essex County, NJ

The 25 foot Hemlock Falls are found within the South Mountain Reservation (Essex County). Leaving from the Summit F...

• Location

  South Mountain Reservation, Essex County

• Activities

  HikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Rugged / RockyWalking Paths

  Trails

High Point State Park

Sussex, Sussex County, NJ

The view from High Point Monument, at 1,803 feet above sea level, is a spectacular panorama of NJ/NY/PA. Trails aro...

• Location

  1480 State Route 23,
  Wantage, NJ 07461 07461

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatPlaying in the playgroundWalkingSkiing / SnowboardingSwimming

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyBoardwalksRugged / RockySome are challengingWalking PathsSurface Type: Dirt

  Trails

Hornbecks Creek / Indian Ladder Falls

Dingmans Ferry, Pike County, PA

Hornbecks Creek is a somewhat hidden gem amongst the numerous waterfalls located in the DWP. The trail begins at th...

• Location

  Dingman Ferry, Pennsylvania 18328

• Activities

  FishingHiking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Park (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

Huber Woods Park

Middletown, Monmouth County, NJ

Huber Woods Park offers miles or trails built for biking and hiking, and offer scenic views of the surrounding area

• Location

  25 Brown's Dock Road
  Middletown Twp., New Jersey 07760

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackHikingJogging / RunningMountain BikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  County ParksScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsRugged / RockySurface Type: Crushed rock

  Trails

Island Beach State Park

Seaside Park, Ocean County, NJ

Island Beach State Park, located in Ocean County NJ, offers beach access, cartop boat launching, walking trails thr...

• Location

  Island Beach, New Jersey 08008

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingJogging / RunningPaddling - Kayak/Canoe/Row boatWalkingSwimming

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsWalking PathsSurface Type: Sandy

  Trails

Jenny Jump State Forest

Hope, Warren County, NJ

Jenny Jump State Forest offers great views, great hiking, camping and more.

• Location

  330 State Park Rd
  Great Meadows, NJ 07838

• Activities

  Equestrian / HorsebackFishingHikingHuntingJogging / RunningMountain BikingPlaying in the playgroundWalkingSkiing / SnowboardingStar Gazing / Astronomy

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ForestState ParkPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyRugged / RockyWalking Paths

  Trails

John A. Roebling Park

Trenton, Mercer County, NJ

John A. Roebling Park is part of the Abbott Marshlands, a pristine freshwater marsh adjoining the Delaware River. ...

Kaaterskill Falls (NY)

Hunter, Greene County, NY

Kaaterskill Falls is the highest two-tiered waterfall in New York state. It is a very popular spot - especially dur...

• Location

  Rt 23a
  Haines Falls, New York 12436

• Activities

  Hiking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  State ParkPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsRugged / Rocky

  Trails

Ken Lockwood Gorge Wildlife Management Area

Califon, Hunterdon County, NJ

Ken Lockwood Gorge is a Wildlife Management Area in Hunterdon County.

• Location

  Raritan River Rd,
  Califon, New Jersey 07830

• Activities

  HikingJogging / RunningWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Wildlife Management AreasScenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Walking Paths

  Trails

Laurelwood Arboretum

Wayne, Passaic County, NJ

Laurelwood Arboretum is a 30-acre botanically diverse property located in Wayne Township in northern New Jersey. La...

• Location

  725 Pines Lake Drive West
  Wayne, NJ 07470

• Activities

  HikingWalking

  Activities

• Parks & Gardens

  Gardens / ArboretumPark (General)Scenic Overlook / Waterfalls

  Parks & Gardens

• Trails

  Has TrailsElv Change: Flat / EasyWalking Paths

  Trails