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    4.6 (71 reviews)

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    Rachel L.

    Reminds me of Robert Frost's the Road Not Taken. We stopped by here with our baby and it's hidden deeper in. Lots of greenery in September and trails that diverge here and there. Fun to explore. Be prepared for some stairs or inclines and it's full of creatures. We loved the hidden playground that was overgrown and the riverside walk.

    Sara B.

    Hacklebarney State Park is a wonderful way to spend some time in the great outdoors. I could see this being an enjoyable trail during all four seasons. I visited during an abnormally warm fall day, and the trail was absolutely packed. There's a pretty sizeable parking lot, but by the time we pulled in around 11 it was near full, and when we left around an hour or so later they had actually stopped letting new cars in. I'm sure this isn't the norm, but when it's 75 degrees in November people get excited. Myself included. To control the flow of traffic in one direction they only had one trail open. It's pretty much a loop through the entire park. Though it was crowded the trail is wide and it's easy enough for everyone to spread out. The hike is fairly short, maybe 2 or 3 miles? If you are going at a leisurely pace it takes around an hour and a half. The trail is scenic the whole time. There are beautiful waterfalls, streams and trees and it's just so peaceful and relaxing. Because the hike is pretty moderate there are lots of families, dog walkers, and people out and about enjoying their day. We came at the tail end of foliage, so next time I'd like to check it out a bit earlier. But I'd also like to visit over summer when everything is lush and green, and I think it would be a nice snowy wintery hike too. Needless to say, I'll be back. The entire area is gorgeous, so it's also nice just to drive around. Right around the corner you'll find the cider mill if you want a post-hike cider, and a few minutes up the road is downtown Chester with lots of cute shops / eateries. This makes for a nice day trip, so be sure to check it out for yourself if you are looking for a little adventure in Morris County.

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    Anton K.

    Located in Long Valley New Jersey, Hacklebarney State Park is 465 acres of natural area. The black river and former glaciers have carved this area into a gorge. Two tributaries, the Rinehart and Trout brooks were also instrumental in the gorges creation. During the 19th century the area was a source of iron which is witnessed by remanents of that industry which were left behind. The labor forced used to exploit the iron in the area has primarily Irish immigrants from County cork, Ireland, Today, Hacklebarney State Park is run by the New Jersey State Park system and is free to the public. There are five miles of hiking trails all of which are short in length. The Red Trail is 2.5 miles long and follows the Black River. The trail is well worn and requires some up and down hiking and river rock hopping. Trails at Hackleberry State Park are not handicapped friendly. During the summer the river and streams provide refreshment and the deep green Hemlocks are a source of shade. People use the picnic areas which could really use some extensive maintenace. The river is stocked with trout in the spring and fall but fishing requires a NJ fishing license permit. There are over 100 species of birds, black bear, woodchucks, fox and deer in the area. There is a southern portion of the natural area which is 528 acres and permits hunting. Catch some crayfish in the river and streams, take some photos or hike the trails through- out the year. Maps can be obtained online or at the parks ranger station.

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    David H.

    Probably won't be a five if I hadn't visited during the fall foliage, but upon witnessing its glory during our visit, the hike and the sceneries are as good as it gets. We hiked on Nov 5. It was after the peak foliage, but the colors were still spectacular. It was a brisk sunny day, perfect for hiking. From the parking lot, we started with the Main Trail. This part was paved, though not in good condition. With the picnic area on the right (also where wheelchairs can't go any further), we took the Windy Ridge Trail which could be easily missed. There are a lot of tree roots. At the end of the trail, we cross the bridge on the right, which is the start of the Riverside Trail. As soon as you see the river, look for a park bench on a pedestal on your right, because you wouldn't want miss the most picturesque view there. Don't let the name of the trail fool you. The part of Riverside trail right up to the Three Pools Trail is rocky and difficult to hike. Trail is also hard to follow. We took the Three Pools Trail back to the Main Trail. Before concluding the hike, we made an excursion to the Waterfall Trail for the waterfall which was not easy to get close to despite reaching the bottom of the long staircase for the Trout Brook Waterfall. It took us 2 hours while taking lots of photos along the way, and it covered about half of the trail. We hope to come back some day to explore the rest of the trails. There are plenty of parking. The approaches to the park from both the east and west are a bit unexpected. Almost just a single lane in some parts, and windy in others. Remote and out of the way for sure, but that's makes this state park even more of a tugged-away gem.

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    Vincent O.

    Came here with the wife and kids to get away from the city for a bit, and WOW. I've been to parks before, but this park is perhaps one of the nicest I've ever been to. Not to say that I often go to parks as much as I should, but everything about this place is beautiful. Off the side of the road, there are some spots where people can camp out for the night and set up a site for either a small campfire or just have a small get together with friends. My family absolutely adores this spot and I'm sure we'll be back. It's crazy to me that these natural jewels are FREE for everyone to the public, where you would have to pay in other countries. Truly a sight to behold. I will say, we did end up getting lost for a bit, but that's only because of the sheer size of this place. Really love how this park shows it's true self in the winter months. The bar oaks that shine most brightly in the winter sun are the ones that are truly magnificent.

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    Rashmin D.

    it's beautiful place for trails. Restrooms: not clean, only near Parking Lot. Trail, fishing, picnic area. Try to plan to come here.

    Winnie T.

    Came here to go hiking. We followed google maps directions, and had to drive down some unpaved roads to get here, but it wasn't too bad. There was a lot of parking available (huge lot, and it was empty due to the weather). There are several choices of paths. We tried a few colors and did not find any tough. This would be a good place for beginners. The hike was pretty fast as well. We took our time due to the snow, but you could do a really quick hike here. There was some nice scenery, including a small waterfall which is very close to the parking lot.

    Deb A.

    I would definitely come back to this beautiful state park. There's plenty of parking space. The park is well kept and the trails ate well marked. The main trail is wide enough and it's paved. There;s also a few cute little spots with waterfalls and some bridges. Just have to be super careful going down the rocks to get to the waterfalls. The picnic table and barbecue grills are on a first come first serve basis.

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    Penelope M.

    We woke up late, because we always do and we decided to go for a nice stroll. My daughter showed me photos of Hacklebarney and told Haru, we're going for a walk. So- called hiking is one of the safest thing families can do during novel Corona days. Most people were already in their way back when we got there. We only had an hour and half before dusk. Still, we didn't rush and truly enjoyed the woods, the streams, the lake and the rocky formation, nature offered. For the most part, we seemed the only ones in the woods and we liked that. The autumn weather is starting here, although the colors haven't changed yet, the mild chill made for a pleasurable excursion. The path was easy to follow; they marked trees with different colors based on the difficulty of the tail, or length. We followed the River Trail and we didn't regret it.

    Gorgeous red leaves at the parking lot
    Kiyoshi S.

    Excellent foliage in October. The red trail is along the water the whole time. We followed the red trail until it got to the tough tree roots/scrambling section and quit early using the blue haki route. I can attest that the first half of the trail is perfect for an easy hike with mild elevation. Lots of picnic tables along the way. Lots of places to enjoy the water. Bathrooms available but ladies room was very dark for some reason.

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    Seth W.

    The park is great...during the pandemic, most of people attending the park not so great. We arrived on a Sunday morning at 8AM...plenty of parking, people at the entrance were trying to maintain distance, most had masks on. As we walked the trails (Red Trail, to Yellow, to White ) nobody had masks on, even when trying to pass other groups, or when walking the wrong way (the park asked for 1 way foot traffic to increase social distancing). People would hang out on a foot bridge, no masks and ignore the fact that other people wanted to pass. As for the park....great place to for a hike! Lots of rocks/boulders for the kids to climb over along the Black River...very scenic (tons of picnic benches/tables along the river too). Paths are very well marked, a few steep inclines but nothing an 8 year old couldn't manage.

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    Bill M.

    Gorgeous State Park with Great scenic hiking trails, picnic areas, and trout fishing. Open from dawn to dusk Hacklebarney is terrific for family adventures, long walks, fishing, or just reflecting with nature. Hiking trails have levels of difficulties but are mostly paved trails, a few of which have gravel, and some are advanced which require more rock maneuvering and span a longer distance trail. This Park features alot of picnicking / grilling areas for your enjoyment but keep in mind you will carry out whatever you carry in and this includes trash. Also keep in mind that this is Bear Country as well as other animals of the forest that call this park home. The trout fishing here can be very good, where the trout brook section is there are native trout. Further below the Black River is stocked with trout. You need a valid N.J. State Fishing License and any Brook trout caught must be released unharmed as they try to increase their population. Lastly I'll leave you with this - Phone reception is spotty and next to zero bars so have a plan in case you experience a mechanical injury, illness, or emergency. And in the summer months apply some form of bug repellent for ticks and mosquitoes.

    Alyssa R.

    Is there anything nicer on a crisp fall day than a hike in the woods? Surrounded by orange and red leaves. The sound of rushing water over the rocks down to a beautiful brook. These are the sights and sounds of Hacklebarney State Park. And they are lovely... So lovely in fact, that you should go for a hike. But here are a few things to know before you venture out: + Parking is free. + There are plenty of trails to explore and they are all marked via paint on the trees - red paint for red trail, blue for blue, etc. +/- At least half the trails are smooth and the other half 'rocky'. - According to the map there aren't any complete loops that are completely smooth - most, if not all, start off smooth and then hit a 'rocky' path. - Bridges have #'s on them but there are no corresponding numbers on the map. +/- There are plenty of picnic areas with tables and grills throughout the park, although they don't look like they're cleaned often. Several tables we passed were covered with branches, dirt, moss, etc. +/- Bathrooms were functioning and clean enough. And one final thought - if you're going for a proper hike then make sure you wear the proper attire. We weren't exactly prepared for a true hike...I thought we could just go for a walk. Ha! No walks here, only hikes. Decent sneakers are needed, maybe even some work out gear, and a bottle of water. "Rocky Foot Paths" are indeed rocky, so chuck taylors are probably not the best option here.

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    A great place to hike any time of year. The gorge is a favorite place to stop and breathe!!

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    Although the red trail was rocky, it wasn't too intense, but can be for those who aren't use to non paved paths.

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    Black River County Park

    Black River County Park

    4.0(4 reviews)
    4.3 mi

    Black River County Park is full of awesome hiking trails and picnicking areas. The Black River…read moretributary which runs through the Park is one of my favorite local trout fishing destinations. The NJ State Fish & Game regularly stocks this River and anyone with a valid Fishing License and Trout Stamp can have access to this activity along the River. Disabled Veterans and Kids under 16 are allowed to Fish freely without either. Plenty of excellent sites to check out including the Nathan Cooper Gristmill, Kay Pond, The Black River, and the picturesque Waterfalls. The Mill was built in 1826 and is still in operation as one of the only remaining water powered mills that has been restored in NJ. The Park often has guided tours and you can take home stone ground flour & cornmeal that's made right on site which is pretty cool. Open Wednesday - Sunday 10 till 5 [12 till 5 Sunday]

    Black River County Park has a lot going for it. It's in a convenient location right off of a county…read morehighway and is only a few minutes away from downtown Chester aka a solid handful of post-hike meal options. In terms of the actual hike, you have high quality water features, with the Black River itself and its accompanying rapids the notable highlight, along with one of my all-time favorite hike characteristics - ruins. But the positives are slightly tainted by the lack of overall maintenance, which is a shame. I came here for a 6.4-mile hike with one of my chums last Saturday. It was a nasty, humid scorcher of a day and predictably we didn't see too many brave souls out there. It was character building at least. For those familiar with the park, we took the blue trail from the mill, which more or less runs parallel to the river, following it up past the environmental center to Pottersville Road, and then took the red trail on the right down to the Black River, meeting up again with the blue trail. The first part of the hike is in a lower-lying area with a lot of muddy sections, but the park has been pretty accommodating in building a lot of little bridges to get over those parts without getting your feet sopping wet. We're also in the midst of an epic drought, which at least helps for these types of adventures - I've seen it much muddier than this. A significant portion of the trail early on takes place on top of an abandoned railroad bed, and you could see a few ancient wood pilings down the slopes here and there. All of the trail markings here were pretty decent, and you have some pleasant visuals this time of year, including Kay's Pond. Once you start climbing up toward the environmental center, the trail markings and maintenance begin deteriorating. Both of us are experienced hikers, and we had to stop several times to make sure we were actually on the right trail. There's A LOT of offshoots and obvious places where additional markers should have been painted to steer people in the right direction. As a result, we actually missed the correct path to the environmental center and basically walked parallel to it from a distance in the cornfield. Thankfully there's no tree cover there and it was easy to orient ourselves, but it shouldn't have been an issue at all. Shortly thereafter, we ended up on the wrong part of the red trail for about 10 minutes, which we were able to figure out and retrace easily, but again, the lack of helpful trail markers loomed large. Right around this area (probably not a coincidence), we kept encountering random stretches of 50 feet or so where the path was totally overgrown. It wasn't a huge deal, though we definitely had to spend a little extra time checking for ticks, but these weren't huge areas of need - you could get a county worker to come in here with a weed-wacker and take care of these sections pretty quickly. And it's not clear why the rest of the path WAS maintained. Very strange. In terms of difficulty, there are a few stretches where we were a little out of breath, but nothing crazy (we're both in decent cardio shape, so your mileage may vary). I don't want this to come off as a purely negative diatribe, because there WERE positives. The canine chum situation was one. This is usually a very popular pooch spot but the heat kept most of them away. Thankfully we encountered a delightful, freshly sheared poodle named Toffee who was very accommodating (see attached). The wildlife sightings were solid as well. My eagle-eyed chum noticed a praying mantis on the road, and we met up with a nervous garter snake as well. We've both been here before and romped around in Kay's Ruins before - a remarkably solid foundation still remains there right on the river, and it's an awesome photo opportunity. Especially with the foliage in abundance, the optics are great. Additionally, because of the length of the trails it's easy to do a hike here with decent mileage where you get a legit workout. But this park could take some lessons from nearby Hacklebarney when it comes to making this park a little more hospitable for its guests.

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    5.0(1 review)
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    Kittatinny Canoes

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    I think other reviews said it but I'll include my thoughts too -- the noise curfew is non-existent…read more We are night owls so we didn't mind. Let's dive in ... Campsite (3/5): These are a bit stacked on top of each other but our group had two next to each other so it didn't impact us too much. Ambiance (4/5): These campsites are right on the water which is absolutely stunning! You really feel like you're in nature, but there is a major road near the top campsites and even by the water you can hear road noise. There was a huge group at the top which partied into the night though we're up late anyhow and it was no issue for us. Consider earplugs if you're not like us. Bathrooms (4/5): These were relatively clean for a campground bathroom. Minus a star here because on the last day the women's room was out of order -- but I believe it was due to another guest, as a member of our party heard someone say "oh no it's not flushing!" TL;DR: Great for those late-into-the-night campers. If you stay here make sure you get a waterfront spot.

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    4.0(55 reviews)
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    The Lehigh River is a gem…read more The staff at WhiteWater Adventures is very unprofessional. On the van trip to the put in the driver and the safety boater loudly disscussed payroll issues, lunch issues with the on site café and their co workers. These two were audiable to us sitting in the back of the van. Once we got to the Lehigh River, I had hoped the staff would be more professional. I was wrong. Their behavior got worse. The Trip Leader, a man named Jake, openly swore. The staff dissed the customers. I understand that their needs to be an evaluation before a river trip. This wasn't an evaluation of skills. The staff were making fun of the customers. The Lehigh River is a gem. Just find another company to explore it with.

    This is a great way to introduce yourself and your family/friends to whitewater rafting. Be…read moreprepared for a full day from sign in to finish. Check in, safety briefing, bus ride, rafting, swimming, lunch, rafting, swimming and final bus ride. Once back you cab change to dry clothes and hit the snack bar for food and libations. Big barn fire to hang around and chat. We were a group of 7 adults and had no problem all being in one boat. The family ride was very easy and controllable with few places to get hungup ( rocks, trees or underpass) There are guides in front, back and throughout to keep everyone safe and moving along. Overall we had a really good time rafting, paddling and having water fights with other boaters and the pirates. Watershoes a must, bring water to drink and water guns or canons to defend yourself. The lunch was all you could eat- hot dogs, PBJ's, chips, salad and water or lemonade. Can't wait to try a more challenging adventure next time. Enjoy!

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    4.7(116 reviews)
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    $$

    This was one of the best kayak experiences I had. From the initial moment we pulled up in the…read moreparking lot the staff was great. We were directed to a parking spot. Which was great because the lot was very full. There are two walk up windows to check in. I walked up to the window and had to wait literally 1 min; the line was short and quick. The girl found my reservation went over paper work that needed to be filled out, was very friendly and helpful. I will say the other girl was not particularly friendly. They're talking to you threw a window and I am partially deaf, when I asked the girl to repeat the last thing she said she was so annoyed she spoke in short sentence like I was dumb. And just before she helped me there was another group of girls that seemed to be very annoyed with her because she refused to help them. Like I said there were two lines and they were in her line but she wanted to help the gentlemen infront of me in the other line. Idk why, he wasn't even paying attention and only needed to drop his car keys off. Whatever. We grabbed our life vests, got our overview of the river and quickly hopped on a very nice, 12 pax van. It was about a 10 min ride to the drop off area which wasn't bad. I really liked that the staff grabs your kayak and paddle and brings it to the water. All you have to do is sit down and paddle away. There is another company that shared the drop off area so just be aware that you don't get the wrong kayak lol The DR is beautiful. The water is so nice and clean. There are lots of places to stop off at to eat lunch or take a swim. There were a lot of people camping along the banks. So be mindful of that when pulling off to a beach. When we go to our pick up location it was just as smooth as our drop off spot. You just paddle to the beach and a staff grabs your kayak and pulls you in. You take your things and they take the kayak and paddle. At the top of the stairs you just walk to the right and the van is waiting to take you back. Overall, wonderful company to book a kayak or raft from to enjoy the beautiful river. In highly recommend and will rebook with them. I recommend wearing a hat and water shoes and bringing a cooler for drinks and snacks.

    (This was a few months ago so the details could be a bit iffy.)…read more This was a very impromptu trip and everything at Edge of the Woods makes doing that easy. Head to the website, book the date & time you want and you're done. www.watergapadventure.com/river-trips A few things worth noting: They offer multiple trip lengths. The standard 4-, 6- and 10-mile trip (Smithfield to Portland) are all booked generically and then when you get there you tell them what you want to do. All pricing is the same which believe me compared to others companies, that's very different - in a good way. They do offer two other longer trips but those require calls to the main office I assume to assess river conditions; your own competency and shuttle availability. The main office in Delaware Water Gap is very easy to find and there was plenty of parking on a quiet post-Labor Day Monday. You check in, you're handed a laminated map, life jacket and given a brief route explanation and then you're off in the van. One problem arose and it was kind of a PIA but it was worked around. Most companies have different types/sizes/models of kayaks and quite often, will ask you what you prefer. Not here. When we left the office, the guy driving didn't say a word to me until we get to Smithfield Beach to unload. He had a few kayaks pre-loaded in the carrier but definitely did not look at them before we left. One of them had a broken foot pedal that he said couldn't be used, another was very much designed for a smaller individual (i.e. if you're taller and/or taller & larger it ain't happening safely) which only left two tandem models. Using a tandem as a single individual is not the end of the world but especially when the seats are still left in the two person configuration (i.e. one front and one back versus the rear one being placed more towards the middle), it's a PIA to maneuver the craft and you are paddling harder to get the job done compared to a single. The scenery along the route was decent. You could see a bit of the Shawnee Resort and Golf Course, an old stone bridge abutment in the middle of the river, under and along 80 and then when you get into the Water Gap itself with the high cliff sides. Very picturesque. Once you go under the old train viaduct in Portland, you give the office a call for the shuttle to meet you at the out point which is at the Portland Pedestrian Bridge. The whole experience was about four hours door to door to cover the ten miles on the water plus the shuttle to & from the pick up and drop off points. Lots of nice scenery, due to the low water level there wasn't much in the way of current except for the area around viaduqt in Portland and even that wasn't bad. I'm not a big fan of the equipment here but I wouldn't let that deter me from coming back in the future for one of their northern longer trips.

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    Edge of the Woods Outfitters - Two person kayak fun.

    Two person kayak fun.

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    Delaware River Tubing - Delaware River Tubing

    Delaware River Tubing

    2.6(245 reviews)
    22.6 mi

    Our family has enjoyed tubing on the delaware every summer for years. It's a great way to spend an…read moreafternoon in nature

    Honestly, I don't know why this place got such few stars? The four stars that I've assigned as well…read moredeserved. I visited on a weekday and perhaps that made all the difference in the world. My experience form beginning to end was fantastic. I think one thing that seems to bother most people is the BBQ lunch. The BBQ lunch was apart of my package and when I arrived they were just loading the buns to be taken out on the river. I'm getting a little ahead of myself here but you'll understand in a minute. When I arrived, there were already several eager adventurous folks checking in, buying waterproof items for sale, collecting their water rafts and some even already on the water. I checked in with my Groupon and as directed, I left my keys - collected my Kayak and proceeded to the bus. Please note, the rule is, everyone must wear a mask until you're actually on the water; great rule as it gets crowded in the shop as well as on the bus. It keeps everyone safe. I chose the kayak experience which was awesome but the real fun is in a tube. After my journey down the river, I immediately purchase another Groupon just so that I could come back and have a tubing experience. So, back to the BBQ lunch. By the time I paddles my way down (a few signs for the waters edge for direction) to the BBQ shack on the water, they were still setting up. I guess I paddle too fast. I decided to keep moseying down the river as I had already packed a lunch just in case after reading the reviews about the BBQ shack not being up and running. Oh well, next time I'll enjoy a burger. Again, this is the perfect mid week escape. The ride outside of NY is quick and there's plenty of parking. Although it says Delaware tubing it's actually located in New Jersey; well at least the border between the two. I would recommend going early and taking as much time as you like in a tube with family and friends. I would also recommend bringing children as they will develop a lifelong love of being on the water. I'm a big fan now and I can't wait to return in a few weeks. P.S. I was told by my bus driver, they offer a fall foliage experience where they only allow kayaks on the river.

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    Delaware River Tubing

    Delaware River Tubing - Delaware River Tubing

    Delaware River Tubing

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    Delaware River Tubing

    Hacklebarney State Park - parks - Updated May 2026

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