Leaf Peeping Hikes

Most central and northern NJ hikes are gorgeous in the fall. But here is a select list of our very favorites.

Click on Title for Full Review	Gravitas / Map
Clayton Park No huge views, but lovely nonetheless. Peaks a week or two later than most.	Trail Map GeoPDF
Fiddlers Creek Preserve Lovely views across the ravine. No serious climbs, great for beginners!	Trail Map GeoPDF
Griggstown Native Grassland Preserve Fab views of tree breaks across undulating meadows.	Trail Map GeoPDF
Mount Rose Ridge Short, intense little hike up a steep 120' tall ridge. No distant views, but lovely trees.	Trail Map GeoPDF
Mt. Tammany / Water Gap Fabulous view from Mt. Tammany. Colors peak a week or two before central NJ	Trail Map GeoPDF
Point Mountain Preserve Fabulous views of Musconetcong Valley. Colors peak a week or two before Central NJ.	Trail Map GeoPDF
Tohickon Valley Trail System Incredible views across the valley, and particularly from the High Rocks area.	Trail Map GeoPDF
Witherspoon Woods / Mountain Lakes Easy walking with lovely views across the lake.	Trail Map GeoPDF
Woosamonsa Ridge Preserve Diverse, mature trees deliver stunning color display. Hills make for mid-distance views	Trail Map