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A rolling trail through vibrant forests along a ridge-top.


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3.1

Miles

5.0

KM

Loop

654' 199 m

High

537' 164 m

Low

274' 83 m

Up

276' 84 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

35%

Max Grade (19°)

Dogs Leashed

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Family Friendly Moderate grades and a manageable length make this trail a worthy option for families with children.

Description

Starting at the Walpack Ridge Trail Parking Area, head south along what used to be an old roadway. Travel along the doubletrack through mixed hardwood forests flush with white oak, red maple, and shagbark hickory. After about three-quarters of a mile, enjoy beautiful views of a nearby pond and the surrounding rustic landscape.

Passing the pond, the trail continues to contour the ridgetop, eventually reaching a T-intersection with the Military Road Trail. Head southeast (left) along the Military Road Trail for nearly half a mile before veering left back onto the Walpack Ridge Trail. Continue along through airy mixed hardwoods and rolling terrain, eventually gaining the ridge summit before descending through a trickling creek. Enjoy the flora overhang that borders a hidden swamp before climbing out of the ravine toward the end of the trail and the parking lot.

Contacts

Shared By:

Hunter R with improvements by Chris O'Sullivan

Trail Ratings

  3.7 from 3 votes

#1

in Branchville

#24248

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#1

in Branchville

#569

in New Jersey

#24,248

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Sep 8, 2019
Dan Lurie
2.2mi
Aug 29, 2017
Donald Ciccolella
1.5mi
May 14, 2017
Mike G
Great family hike. Saw a dead snake on the trail.
Apr 15, 2017
Ali Sukru Iscan
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