All Hiking Trails in New Jersey

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Hiker on a high alpine ridge above a glacial valley at dawnPhoto: Tobias Mrzyk
State Rankings

The 10 Longest Hiking Trails in New Jersey, Ranked

New Jersey's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.

By The OutsideAtlas Team8 min
Hiker standing on a rocky summit overlooking deep mountain valleysPhoto: Holly Mandarich
State Rankings

New Jersey's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain

Steep is hard. These are the ten New Jersey trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.

By The OutsideAtlas Team5 min
Alpine lake reflecting jagged mountain peaks at sunrisePhoto: Joshua Earle
State Rankings

The Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in New Jersey

Ten gentle, well-marked New Jersey trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.

By The OutsideAtlas Team8 min
Alpine lake reflecting jagged mountain peaks at sunrisePhoto: Joshua Earle
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The 10 Most Challenging Hikes in New Jersey

New Jersey's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.

By The OutsideAtlas Team8 min
Alpine lake reflecting jagged mountain peaks at sunrisePhoto: Joshua Earle
Parks & Travel

The Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in New Jersey

Federal parks and recreation areas in New Jersey ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.

By The OutsideAtlas Team6 min
Sunlit forest trail winding through tall conifersPhoto: Sergei Akulich
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Best Waterfall Hikes in New Jersey: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close

New Jersey's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.

By The OutsideAtlas Team7 min