It's early October and so much leaves already turning. It's not idea but the fresh air made up for…read morethe lack of view of the time being. The drive up the seasonal road is worth the trip in my opinion. Parking is very limited. I thought we could drive up to the fall directly however the bridge was closed for some reason. We have to park about a mile or so from the fall which made this a really nice walk. Social distancing is being practiced here as space is not an issue. We got to the fall in about 30 minutes walk and it's not that impressive. Climbing the stair can be a bit tricky as you want to make way for people coming down as well. We spend about 10 minutes taking pictures and taking it in. You can of course bring some picnic stuff and there are a lot of space. The view from the top is really nice thou. I was playing the fresh clean water up top but keep it short to avoid human.

We ended up completing this hike right after it had snowed the day before. They ended up closing…read moreall the main roads leading to the falls, but even walking along the road was scenic itself. The trail is lined with a bunch of trees and continually crossed by a bunch of streams and rivers flowing from the Delaware Water Gap. The Buttermilk Falls are definitely a must see and with half of it frozen, it definitely gave me some white walker vibes. Overall the hike is pretty easy and scenic throughout so I'd definitely recommend (although I'd definitely check weather and road conditions before going).

Beautiful hike along Dingmans creek with scenic overlooks and bridges, on a well maintained trail…read more There are three waterfalls along a 1.4 mile loop. It's easy to moderate (there are stairs) and well shaded by trees. There's also a historic ruin of what was once a wool mill. There was ample parking, and it was not crowded during a summer week day. I highly recommend. Having visited most of the falls in the area this is in my top few favorites.

This is an easy trail. The upper part is stroller friendly. Beautiful falls can be be observed…read moreboth from above and below. Many steps but, doable. The remains of an old stone building just added to the experience.

This is one of the best parts of the State of New Jersey. It's a huge state park with mountain…read moretrails and the scenic Delaware Water Gap rolling right in the middle of it all. I've never been one to go hiking but the park is beautiful especially during the fall. The leaves change quicker up here so it starts in September. The fishing is pretty good as well, visited here to fish many times as a kid. It has a nice visitor center with picnic tables and rest rooms. New Jersey gets a bad rap. Most critics don't know about the better parts of the state such as this one.

The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is absolutely stunning and encompasses a huge area…read more There are many trails and lookout points so find a map and choose where you want to see before heading there. This review is specifically for the Mount Minsi Loop Trail. There is also a lookout point you can drive/easily park at a few minutes away. The small parking lots here fill up quickly, but if you can snag a spot it is worth the visit. There is a small trail around Lenape Lake; the fall colors around the lake are beautiful. There is also a picnic table near the lake. This area is part of the Appalachian Trail making it a great spot for hikers and nature lovers alike. You do not need to be an avid hiker to enjoy the easy trail here. There are no restrooms facilities here and parking is very limited.

Crater Lake is a non-lifeguard private area that's tucked deep into the Delaware Water Gap…read moreRecreation Area. It's a two hour drive from Long Island and 3.5 hours when there's a fire that's closed down the Throgs Neck Bridge. But this lake, also near Blue Mountain Lake is amazing. A few years back you would have been hard pressed to find anyone else there but on a hot Saturday in summer, there were about 30 people and some families picnicing, lounging and boozing by the water. The water was warm and almost everyone was a local who had their own kayaks, rafts and floatation devices. We traded beers for rafts and sat in the middle of the lake for at least an hour. The park closes at 10pm but most people leave around sun down so if you bring music, BUG SPRAY, a lantern and flashlights, and the game Apples to Apples you can have yourself a private lake side party undisturbed from 8 - 10p. Downsides: It costs so much money to go over bridges now from NY to NJ make sure to borrow mom or dad's EZ Pass! DAMN! Again, bring bug spray. My legs are itchy, itchy, itchy now. WARNING: It is very easy to get lost coming to this lake. Your GPS may not know what you're talking about because it's hard to enter a town name for the location in Jersey. Here's how to get there (you can thank me later - just don't tell a lot of people) Take 80 to Exit 1 - the entrance of the delaware water gap rec. area. Ask for a map w/ the person at the visitor's entrance but basically you're looking for a general store that leads you down a windy road (past blue mountain lake) and veer left at the rocky path at the end of the road. There really aren't any signs so getting a map and coming in from Exit 1 is your best bet. ALSO BE CAREFUL if you get lost and someone points you to CRANDon lake. This is Crater Lake and that's what you're looking for. My friend got very lost because of his bad hearing.

This was my first time at Crater Lake. It was a Saturday at 1pm. It was part of a hike that passed…read moreBlue Mountain Lake and Hemlock Pond as well. Since this lake has a nearby parking lot, it was much more populated than the other two, although Hemlock Pond had a good share of visitors. There's a peaceful and back to nature type feel.

This place is absolutely beautiful, highly recommend. It's super popular, so the parking lot gets…read morepretty full. Come early! It's 3.5 miles, 1,250 feet elevation. You get a pretty good cardio workout as you traverse across the rock scrambles. It's a somewhat strenuous hike. For an easier time, go up the Red Dot trail and come down the Blue Dot trail. It's a loop! If you're looking for a less strenuous hike, you can go up and down the Blue Dot trail, but you'll miss a good view on the Red Dot trail. The Red Dot trail has an amazing view of the Delaware Water Gap and Mt Minsi. As you go further up, you'll reach the high point. Going down the Blue Dot trail, you'll eventually come across beautiful waterfalls and hike right by the river. Absolutely gorgeous! Don't forget to bring plenty of water!

This is one of the better hikes you will enjoy, never a dull moment, you get lots of rock…read morescrambling on top of a view. I thought this trail would be overridden by tourists and post Covid new hikers but I was shocked it wasn't crowded - went on black friday, maybe everyone was shopping and it was a little chilly. After thorough research, best route up is by taking the red trail and taking the blue trail back. The red trail up to the top is all rock scrambling, constant climbing up rocks till you get to the top. The blue trail back is not as much scrambling and a gradual decline down rather than a straight up climb. I can't imagine taking the red trail down, it would take longer and is definitely harder. There are multiple parking lots so beware of where you park though the lots are close by walking distance. McDonald's is 7 minutes away without traffic so that can be a great incentive to come, grab grub right after. When I finished hike around 1, parking lot was quite full.

Great visit to Bushkill Falls in early October…read more Arrived late morning (around 11:30am) on a Saturday and it wasn't as crowded as I expected. You can enter the parking lot and walk around that immediate area for free, but will have to pay ($24 adult/$12 child) to enter the main trail(s) where the waterfalls are. There was a short line (5 minute wait) at that time. I do understand this is a bit pricey since many other waterfalls are free, or cheaper with state parks charging fees per vehicle, not per person. The cost at Bushkill can really add up, particularly with larger families. Once you purchase your tickets you go through an indoor area with some wildlife exhibits and then have your tickets checked before proceeding to the trails. They will ask what is in your bag if you have one...for reference, cameras, lenses and tripods were all okay, but no drones allowed. There are a few trails to choose from...the shortest is the Green Trail and only goes a little past the main overlook area to the main falls and takes about 15 minutes. The next is the Yellow trail which takes you past a few overlooks and viewing spots of the main falls and takes about 45 minutes. This is a great trail that would check most of the boxes for most visitors...and while the paths are mostly wooden-planked paths, there are a number of steps throughout the trail. The longer two trails are the Blue (75-minute) and Red (150-minute) that take you through the other smaller falls (Bridal Veil, Bridesmaid's, Pennell). We opted for the Yellow trails and took a little over an hour, stopping frequently along the way for pictures. At that time the trails weren't very crowded, but on the way out at around 1pm, we noticed the line to get in way much longer. Upon exiting the trail, there are a few shops including the Snack Shack, Gift Shop, Museum/Story to Bushkill Falls building, Mining Activity and Sweet Shop. Plan accordingly and you can easily spend most of the day there. Bonus for visiting during the peak fall colors...likely much more crowded though.

The trail was relatively easy but HOLY STAIRS The…read moreWaterfalls are beautiful & worth the hype!

Was looking for someplace to go in the fall and the finger lakes and Lake George were too far away,…read morebut gap was only an hour away! Who would think there a place is beautiful so close to home living in Central New Jersey! What makes a Delaware water gap so special in the fall is that there are some large hills here making the foliage extra special! The beauty of this place is incredible, you might feel like you're out west somewhere in the middle of Montana! There's an incredible hiking or biking trail that runs right alongside the Delaware water gap. There's also many absolutely amazing waterfalls in the area! We stayed two nights over a weekend and I felt like I had a great little vacation! Highly recommended if you're looking for a nearby gorgeous spot for nature anytime of the year! If you're like me and live in Central New Jersey, you don't have to go to upstate New York to get that kind of beauty. You can get it right here in Delaware water gap! They have a welcome center with people there that will help you with all your questions and needs for what you're looking for exclamation

We visited the Delaware Water Gap today, and it was a wonderful experience. This time of year is…read moreperfect for exploring the area. If you haven't been here before, I highly recommend it. There are numerous hiking trails, camping spots, and opportunities for photography and kayaking. Plan to spend a few hours to fully enjoy everything this beautiful area has to offer.

Stunning views at Worthington State Forest!…read more Beach careful while driving to the camp ground registration area. Slow down because the two-way traffic road narrows at some parts. Looking forward to visiting again!

Hello Yelp World! This is my first review, not for a restaurant, but for this spectacular hike up…read moreMount Tammany at Worthington State Forest. So I've picked up hiking the last few years because not only is it great exercise and you get to enjoy awesome views but it's free, unless you count the cost of getting there. My first attempt at hiking here was denied several weeks ago when I came on a Sunday at 10am, huge mistake! Because of the pandemic, only the Kittatinny Point Visitor Center lot is open, and by this time on a weekend the parking lot was packed to the gills. So do yourself a favor and either avoid coming here late, or not come at all on a weekend, otherwise the park ranger will turn you away if the lot is full. Today I got here at 9am. Score!!! Only a half-dozen cars were parked here on this Monday morning. Follow the signs to the beginning of the red dot trail, which is located on the west side of Route 80, to begin this challenging hike. There are other trails at Mount Tammany but the red-blue trail seems to most popular. Be warned, the trail is quite steep and will involve a lot of rock scrambles. I will admit my teenage son was flying up the mountain while I was taking it slow and gasping for air, haha! So if you haven't twisted an ankle or got bit by a rattlesnake or copperhead - yes, there is a signpost warning about the snakes, but I didn't see any - you will come upon two overlooks with beautiful views of Mt. Minsi and the Delaware Water Gap. The first viewpoint is about three-quarters of the way up the red trail and the other one is at the summit. You should definitely scramble down the rocks a bit if you're comfortable with it to get much better vistas. After taking in the views and catching your breath you will continue along the red dot trail which will connect you with the blue dot trail. Follow the blue trail to descend the mountain. While not as steep coming down, there are still lots of loose rocks that you need to be wary of. As you near the end of your hike on the blue dot trail, you are rewarded once again with a beautiful little waterfall. Hikers were wading in the stream here to cool off, but I took a pass. Once you've finished taking your pictures here, cross the bridge and continue on the white trail, which is actually part of the Appalachian Trail, and you will end up back at the beginning of the red dot trail where you began. You can now go back under the underpass to head back to your car at the visitor center.

So happy we stood here! Long story short, my group arrived at dingmans just before sunset after…read moreleaving rivers-bend campsite because it seemed desolate and too remote for my friends and I. While we wanted space, we also didn't want to be the only campers for miles. We decided to go to dingmans campground in hopes that they would have a space available for my group. The two young ladies at the front desk of the office were so welcoming, kind, and accommodating. They had a few spots open (the campground is huge) we stood at lot 79.. which was a short walk to the river and close to two separate bathe houses. The campsites are decently spaced from each other, but I do advise you ask employees which lots have more space in between them, because some are more private then others. Most importantly the bathrooms and showers were kept clean, were moderately new, and always had toilet paper and hand soap. Alcohol is prohibited, the site is dog friendly, located an hour and a half from NYC, and surrounded by trails and and water activities. Only negative was that the river was closed from swimming because of high levels of bacteria as a result of the storm that the north east got hit by a couple days prior to our stay, which is not the fault of the campground. We plan on going back once more before the end of summer :)

Love Dingmans campground! We start our camping season there and usually it's also our final one for…read morethe season. Sites are not too close, lots of woods, easy walk to the river, VERY clean bathrooms and showers, lots of great waterfall hikes and a really well equipped camp store/front office. If you like to go into towns, Milford is very close and we found a wonderful cafe - Cafe Wren with Indoor and outdoor seating with WiFi. Thanks for a wonderful experience!!

Spent a holiday weekend here camping on Lake Ashroe and thought the campgrounds were very…read moreluxurious! The parking lot was literally at the entrance to our campsite which made setting up a breeze, as well as keeping food and toiletries sealed off away from bears. There are 8 grills, two fire rings, and about 6 poles to hang garbage bags from. There was a potable water station and the water was cold and delicious. There was a large structure with a roof, about 8 picnic tables, and outlets - perfect for big communal meals or hiding from the sun. We decided to make some ridiculously elaborate meals and had enough space and outlets for multiple stoves, a food processor, a dish washing station, etc. We were not able to find a switch for the overhead electrical lights there, so if you want to see at night bring lanterns, but know that the bugs will be on ya! There were three bathrooms, all with soap, toilet paper, and paper towels that were refilled by awesome park rangers every morning. Finally the showers: were air conditioned! They have a seat/shelf attached to the walls and a hook on the back of the door so your stuff stays dry. There's a large dumpster at one end of the parking lot for trash. The campsite is also a 5-10 minute drive from bars, restaurants, and stores. So if you forget something or run out of something it's no big deal. Peter's Village and the town of Lafayette are close drives if you want to wander through some cute shops and see some artwork. The forest itself is beautiful, lake Ashroe offers kayaks to rent if you don't have your own (there is no swimming at this lake but there is at another nearby). I hiked the maple trail to the white trail to the Appalachian trail. The Maple trail is pretty overgrown and not very well maintained, but it's not a big deal. The views from the ridge of the mountain are lovely, but was told they're better in winter when there is less foliage. There are mosquitoes, we did spot one tick, one snake, a chipmunk, and multiple large daddy long legs. No booze allowed and dogs must be leashed, but if you behave no one bothers you.

Great hiking there as usual. Took short hikes up to the Appalachian Trail…read more Saw some trail magic, so added to it for through hikers.