7:00 AM–3:00 PM; Are you getting tired? High Mountain falls within the Preakness Range of the Watchung Mountains. Good campsites are found, not made. Visit in small groups when possible. Follow the trail into the woods. Compass - A simple compass is all you need to orient you and your map to magnetic north. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. First Aid Kit - Keep it simple, compact, and weatherproof. Dec 10, 2020; Mtbdog; High Point State Park. Choose synthetic shirts, sweaters and/or vests and dress in layers for easy on and off. Make sure your information is up to date. High Mountain Park is a part of the Passaic River watershed.All streams that originate or flow through High Mountain Park drain to the Passaic River. High Mountain Park Preserve is a protected area of the Preakness Range of the Watchung Mountains in Wayne, New Jersey. Threads 38 Messages 1K. High Mountain Park Preserve contains nearly 1,300 acres located in the Preakness Range, a northern continuation of the Second Watchung Ridge. Current conditions, warnings and historical records Just below the summit, the footpath rejoins the woods road. Turn left onto the road, the route of the Red Trail, and head south. It is the largest tract of forested land east of the Highlands, encompassing woodlands and wetlands. As the park and preserve cover an area larger than Switzerland, extending from the Gulf of Alaska to the Alaskan interior, with altitudes that vary from sea level to 19,000 feet (5,800 m), Wrangell–St. From the kiosk near the entrance to the parking lot, follow a gravel path across an open area that heads northeast, parallel to University Drive. Common Sense - Pay attention to your environment, your energy, and the condition of your companions. Protect riparian areas by camping at least 200 feet from lakes and streams. The Preserve Shoreline Loop (white blaze; 1.5 miles) – trailhead at the parking area – encircles the former reservoir. The trail turns left at a sign for Location 3 and heads north, passing just west of the low ridge known as Mt. Follow the trail into the woods. In another half a mile, you’ll reach a high point on the trail where a triple-yellow blaze on a small rock marks the start of the Yellow Trail (this point is also marked by a green sign as Location 2). White blazes mark this narrow and sometimes very rocky trail. While hiking around HMPP recently, I noticed that it seems the trail blazes for the portion of the yellow trail west of the white trail are more of an orange color than the yellow blazes east of the white trail. Along with its open space value, it harbors rare and threatened plants and wildlife. Never feed animals. Other event in Chester, NJ by New Jersey Nature Conservancy on Thursday, August 13 2020 with 463 people interested and 42 people going. Set on over 1,200 acres, the trails and views of New York City in the far distance from the summit are truly something everyone should see. High Mountain Park Preserve Hiking. 18 Miles 28 Kilometers of Trail 1 Recommended Route 0 Easy Trails ; 5 Intermediate Trails ; 0 Difficult Trails ; Hiking Project is built by hikers like you. Near the top, the trail bears left onto a footpath, bypassing an eroded section of the road.Â. Welcome to High Mountain Park Preserve! If you are wearing wet cotton and must return to your starting point, you risk getting chills that may lead to a dangerous hypothermia. Check the weather forecast before you head out. This loop hike climbs to the summit of the highest mountain in view of the ocean on the east coast (south of Maine), with outstanding views. About 250 feet beyond the stream crossing, you’ll reach a woods road (with a green sign marking Location 8). Where fires are permitted, use established fire rings, fire pans, or mound fires. Has the weather turned rainy? The project is a partnership between the Borough of Franklin Lakes and the New York - New Jersey Trail Conference and was funded primarily with County and State grants. At more than 16,000 acres, South Mountain Park/Preserve is one of the largest municipally managed parks in the nation and consists of three mountain ranges - the Ma Ha Tauk, Gila and Guadalupe. Scatter strained dishwater. It has marked trails and there many routes you could take within the park. Foursquare © 2020  Lovingly made in NYC, CHI, SEA & LA. From the kiosk near the entrance to the parking lot, follow a gravel path across an open area that heads northeast, parallel to University Drive. High Mountain Park Preserve. (c) Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics: www.LNT.org. ", The section of the Yellow Trail west of the White Trail is now blazed orange, and has been designated a separate trail from the Yellow Trail.  Formerly, two yellow trails left from the Reservoir Drive circle, and this caused some user confusion.  To prevent this confusion, the western section of what was formerly the Yellow Trail is now blazed orange.  The Park has new trail maps reflecting this changeÂ, Find Hikes and ParksVolunteerMy DashboardNews CenterAbout UsShop, Copyright © 1996-2020 New York-New Jersey Trail Conference, www.nynjtc.org | Privacy Policy | Photo CreditsAbout Us    Contact Us    Donate    Join  Â. Yield to other users on the trail. Pack out all trash, leftover food and litter. Elias has a wide variety of habitats. Given the COVID-19 pandemic, call ahead to verify hours, and remember to practice social distancing. On a recent visit to the Mohonk Preserve, I happened upon a reproduction Lenape Longhouse, pictured above. Threads 17 Messages 62. Consider splitting larger groups into smaller groups. The mountain preserve, located 90 minutes from … Some call it High Mountain Park Preserve (Google Maps) and some call it High Mountain Wilderness Park (Bing Maps). MOUNTAIN PARK VISION STATEMENT Mountain Park is one of the largest and most successful planned communities in the country. Cecchino. 8:00 AM–8:00 PM; Tue. Pack out toilet paper and hygiene products. A firestarter (this could be as simple as leftover birthday candles that are kept inside a waterproof container) and matches (again, make sure to keep them in a waterproof container) could save a life. I live near by and I go there often. Keep in mind that until you turn around you are (typically) only half-way to completing your hike--you must still get back to where you started from! I'm curious as to what parts of the yellow trail lp99 felt were overgrown and not marked well. The Preserve includes High Mountain itself, which features excellent views of New York City. Step to the downhill side of the trail when encountering pack stock. Area Profile: High Mountain Park Preserve Posted at 10/10/2019 09:10 AM Bordering between Franklin Lakes, Wayne and North Haledon, the High Mountain Park Preserve is located in the Watchung Mountain range. Light - A flashlight or small, lightweight headlamp will be welcome gear if you find yourself still on the trail when darkness falls. Nuts, seeds, and chocolate are favorites on the trail. High Mountain Park, Franklin Lakes: Address, Phone Number, High Mountain Park Reviews: 4/5. In about two-thirds of a mile along the Yellow Trail, the trail crosses a small stream and begins a steady climb to the summit of High Mountain along a rocky woods road. The trail soon reaches a T-intersection, where it turns left onto a woods road. Map - Know where you are and where you are going. Take Route 208 west to the second Goffle Road exit (towards Hawthorne/Paterson) and turn right at the end of the ramp. Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their experience. I share the photos because an extended family of Lenapes is said to have lived in a similar longhouse in Franklin Clove in what is now High Mountain Park Preserve. Burn all wood and coals to ash, put out campfires completely, then scatter cool ashes. Did you drink all your water? Be prepared for changing weather. Use a waterproof/tear-resistant Tyvek Trail Conference map if available or enclose your map in a Ziplock plastic bag.  If you have a mobile device, download Avenza’s free PDF Maps app and grab some GPS-enhanced Trail Conference maps (a backup Tyvek or paper version of the map is good to have just in case your batteries die or you don't have service).  Check out some map-reading basics here. Only use sticks from the ground that can be broken by hand. People tend to check in during these times: "Nice park on the lake, you can bring your dog and relax for awhile. Observe wildlife from a distance. High Mountain is in a large underused Wilderness Preserve. Much of the park is high mountain peaks covered with permanent ice, … At the edge of the woods, you will notice a double red blaze on a fallen tree, which marks the start of the Red Trail. Altering a site is not necessary. Download Foursquare for your smart phone and start exploring the world around you! Here, on the right, there is a panoramic east-facing viewpoint. The Borough of Franklin Lakes acquired the lake in 2006, and the New York-New Jersey Trail Conference has been maintaining the trails since 2011. High Mountain Park is owned and jointly managed by the Township of Wayne, the State of NJ and the New Jersey Natural Land Trust and the Nature Conservancy. High Mountain has been a popular hiking destination for more than century. In my estimation, beginning at the parking lot on University Drive, the red trail to the yellow trail to the summit of High Mountain is the most heavily traveled route in the whole preserve and is well marked. From the kiosk near the entrance to the parking lot, follow a gravel path across an open area that heads northeast, parallel to University Drive. Continue ahead into William Paterson University (Entry 6). Open daily As of October 1 park hours are 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Risley and his team are at The Nature Conservancy’s High Mountain Park Preserve in New Jersey hoping to catch a northern long-eared bat, a once abundant species now federally threatened in the US and proposed to list as endangered in New Jersey because populations have been decimated by White-Nose Syndrome (WNS). The trail soon reaches a T-intersection, where it turns left onto a woods road. (Exceptions are loop hikes.). Whether you are going for a day hike or backpacking overnight, it is good practice to carry what we call The Hiking Essentials. The Lenape used the clove's steep walls to protect them from the winds. Know the rules and regulations of the area. Add Your Photos. Avoid wildlife during sensitive times: mating, nesting, raising young, or winter. Control pets at all times, or leave them at home. Keep in mind that fluid loss is heightened in winter as well as summer. High Mountain Park Preserve weather forecast updated daily. Then, in another 500 feet, you’ll reach the junction with the Yellow Trail that you encountered earlier in the hike. Avoid introducing or transporting non-native species. Use a lightweight stove for cooking and enjoy a candle lantern for light. These essentials will help you enjoy your outing more and will provide basic safety gear if needed. Take breaks and camp away from trails and other visitors. Established in 1993, it is comprised of 1,260 acres of woodlands and wetlands owned and managed by Wayne Township, The Nature Conservancy and the State of New Jersey. Continue ahead on the Red Trail (now retracing your steps) and follow it back to the parking lot where the hike began. Firestarter and Matches - In an emergency, you may need to keep yourself or someone else warm until help arrives. Leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find them. ", "The yellow trail takes you to the top. The trail soon reaches a T-intersection, where it turns left onto a woods road. At the next "stop" sign, turn right and continue for 0.4 mile to a small parking area on the right, with a sign "High Mountain Park. 8:00 AM–7:00 PM; Mon. High Mountain Park Preserve Biking. High Mountain Park Preserve is open to visitors but prohibits fishing, hunting, trapping, collecting, motor vehicles, aircraft, horses and unleashed pets, camping, fires, firearms, rock climbing, spelunking, and feeding of wild animals. High Mountain Conditions. The High Mountain Park Preserve is a haven of natural beauty in the midst of Wayne Township. Use a map and compass to eliminate the use of marking paint, rock cairns or flagging. Its location, nourishing aura, and focus on meandering streets, parks, paths, views Yellow Trail at High Mountain has been reblazed orange, Jersey Highlands Trails Map (Out of Print; New Edition In-Progress), The Reopening of the Hasenclever Iron Trail, Jungle Habitat Trail Revitalization Project Begins, Seven More Miles of the Long Path Permanently Protected, Invest in Nature With Twice the Impact During the December Challenge, Invasives Strike Force EcoQuest Challenge: December 2020 | New York and New Jersey, Rigging Applications for Trail Work Webinar | Webinar. Know how to use the basic components. Deposit solid human waste in catholes dug 6 to 8 inches deep, at least 200 feet from water, camp and trails. This trail links to a network of 12.3 miles of trails at the High Mountain Park Preserve in Wayne, NJ. Schedule your trip to avoid times of high use. Trailforks scans users ridelogs to determine the most popular direction each trail is ridden. Inspect your campsite and rest areas for trash or spilled foods. After crossing High Mountain Road, the name of the street changes to Overlook Avenue. Let nature's sounds prevail. History of Site The trail soon reaches a T-intersection, where it turns left onto a woods road. Be courteous. Avoid cotton--it traps water against your skin and is slow to dry. Avoid loud voices and noises. High Point State Park Conditions. There may also be more essentials, depending on the season and your needs. Rain Gear and Extra Clothing - Rain happens. ", Created by Jenn Schwartz242 items • 1 follower. High Mountain Reservation is an exemplar of the northern section. Do not build structures, furniture, or dig trenches. This park is relatively unknown even to locals. After about a mile on the Red Trail, the White Trail begins to the right at Location 12, but proceed ahead on the Red Trail. The Yellow Trail crosses a secondary summit, levels off, and then descends steeply on an eroded woods road.Â. Earlier this month, Minnewaska State Park Preserve in nearby New York State opened its new state-of-the-art Visitor Center, and it is a must for nature lovers in general and bird-watchers in particular. Cover and disguise the cathole when finished. Continue along the Yellow Trail, which descends to a stream, bears left to parallel it, and then crosses it. Turn right onto the Yellow Trail, which descends to cross a small stream on rocks. Pack it in, pack it out. Know the regulations and special concerns for the area you'll visit. At a huge boulder on the left, the Red Trail turns left onto another woods road. The Trail Conference is a 2015 Leave No Trace partner. Groups and organizations seeking to use High Mountain for nature walks, clean-ups, trail improvements or other group activities must register and obtain permits from the Wayne Township Department of Parks and Recreation, 973-694-1800 ext. At the edge of the woods, you will notice a double red blaze on a fallen tree, which marks the start of the Red Trail. Food - Snacks/lunch will keep you going as you burn energy walking or climbing. Focus activity in areas where vegetation is absent. Check the batteries before you start out and have extras in your pack. Knife or Multi-tool - You may need to cut a piece of moleskin to put over a blister, repair a piece of broken equipment, or solve some other unexpected problem. The Preserve is one of the largest tracts of forested open space in the New York metropolitan area and protects over 460 species of plants. So does cold. Disperse use to prevent the creation of campsites and trails. Avoid places where impacts are just beginning. From the summit, both the New York City skyline to the east and the eastern end of the ridge of the Watchung Mountains to the south are visible. Continue up to the summit, which resembles a grassy southern bald, with a few large exposures of basaltic bedrock. United States ; New Jersey (NJ) Franklin Lakes ; ... Excellently marked trails, winding up and down the preserve. Plus use our free tools to find new customers. Over 8,000 people live here, representing a diverse demographic cross-section, from families with young children and retirees to renters and homeowners. At a "stop" sign at the top of the hill, turn sharply right onto Rea Avenue, which becomes North Haledon Avenue and then Linda Vista Avenue. The New York-New Jersey Trail Conference has been active at High Mountain since the 1940s, creating and maintaining the trails. High Mountain (GCJ7X7) was created by AddedValue on 4/18/2004. Campfires can cause lasting impacts to the backcountry. Nov 6, 2017 near North H…, NJ. We use the latest and greatest technology available to provide the best possible web experience.Please enable JavaScript in your browser settings to continue. At the edge of the woods, you will notice a double red blaze on a fallen tree, which marks the start of the Red Trail. Water - Two quarts per person is recommended in every season. Many of our hiking areas feature interconnecting network of trails. Threads 17 Messages 62. Did your companion fail to bring rain gear? Don't put yourself in the position of having to end your hike early because you have run out of water. The preserve, aka High Mountain Park, is located in Wayne, NJ, and North Haldeon, NJ and consists of over 1,100 wooded acres. When you’re ready to continue, head northwest across the broad summit, following the yellow blazes on rocks, and continue downhill on the Yellow Trail. Camping, hunting, trapping, and fishing are not permitted in the Preserve. The Preserve is open from dawn to dusk for passive recreation. The collective 11.5 miles of hiking trails offers stunning views of Manhattan. Do not follow or approach them. In … Follow the trail into the woods. Suitable for a brisk six miles walk, or mountain biking. At the next light, just beyond the intersection with Goffle Hill Road, turn right onto North Watchung Drive. On the horizon, beyond the suburban sprawl of northeastern New Jersey, you can see the New York City skyline, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge and even a corner of the Atlantic Ocean. Feeding wildlife damages their health, alters natural behaviors, and exposes them to predators and other dangers. MTB Project is built by riders like you. The trail connects to the existing 2.3 mile trail system within the Nature Preserve that links to a network of 11.2 miles of trails at the High Mountain Park Preserve in Wayne, NJ. Make sure you pay attention to the yellow marks On the rocks at the top. Preserve Info High Mountain Park Preserve is owned by Wayne Township, The Nature Conservancy and State of New Jersey, and was established in 1993. Is daylight fading? To discribe this park in one word it would be rocks: zippo sized skrea, fist sized rumble, basketball sized rock gardens, and big buried VW Bugs. Photos of High Mountain Park Preserve - 1. High Mountain Park Preserve. I enjoyed the many streams and brooks and the rolling hills. High Mountain Park Preserve is owned by Wayne Township, The Nature Conservancy and State of New Jersey, and was established in 1993. Concentrate use on existing trails and campsites. This trail's designated use is restricted to hiking only for its entire length from Maine to Georgia. ... 18 miles of the Appalachian Trail follows the Kittatinny Mountain Ridge through High Point State Park. To view a photo collection for this hike, click here. Share what you know about this area! Once you find it, keep going for a great view of NY and NJ. 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