South Mountain Reservation

South Mountain Reservation At A Glance...

Todays Sunrise: 6:48 am, Sunset: 7:17 pm
New Jersey Gateway Region Essex County

About South Mountain Reservation

As the largest park in the Essex County Park System, the Reservation is a unique 2,110-acre public land. Endowed with hills, rivers, and woodlands, the Reservation has been preserved primarily in its wild state.

It offers 50 miles of trails and inspiring scenery: vistas of New York City, a dramatic 25-foot waterfall at Hemlock Falls, the cascade of Maple Brook in the deep woods, and millponds, streams, and picnic areas and open fields in the interior valley.

After more than 100 years, it remains a green island in the midst of a sea of urbanization.

Description borrowed from somocon.org (South Mountain Conservancy)

Activities:
- Equestrian / Horseback
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Jogging / Running
- Walking
Amenities:
- Dog Park / Dog Area
- Picnic / Sitting Area
- Benches
- Picnic tables
- Shooting / Archery range
- Monument
Park Type:
- County Parks
- Dog Park
- Park (General)
- Recreation

Contact / Location

Primary Address:

Get Directions W South Orange Ave, Short Hills, NJ 07078

Contact:

Maps & Brochures:

South Mountain Reservation Map

Things to See & Do

Olmsted designed landscape
Scenic Overlook
Dog Park
Washington Rock Lookout Historic Site
Picnic areas
Hiking trails
Carriage roads for jogging, horseback riding, & cross-country skiing.
Girl Scout camp
Archery range
Fishing
Wildlife refuge
Wildflower Sculpture Park
South Mountain Recreation Complex

Related Groups / Organizations

Though this location is managed by the Essex County Parks department, the South Mountain Conservancy is dedicated to preserve, protect, and enhance the South Mountain Reservation through active stewardship, advocacy, and education.