Phenomenal ParksChristine Milcheck lists some of the most beautiful parks in the northern NJ area.

Ramapo Mountain State Forest

Bergen County | A lush sanctuary for wildlife, the park also offers many trails with views of NYC.

Hopatcong State ParkMorris County | Centered around Lake Hopatcong,

the park is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and swimming.

High Point State ParkSussex County | The park is home to the highest point of

the Kittatinny Mountains, atop of which is the war veterans memorial.

Allamuchy Mountain State Park

Sussex County | The gorgeous park also contains Waterloo Village, an open air museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Mount Hope Historical Park

Morris County | Intrepid park explorers can still find remnants of the county’s mining history that stretches as far back as 1710.

Kittatinny Valley State Park

Sussex County | The park offers incredible nature hiking. Lake Aeroflex and Gardner's Pond are excellent for fishing and boating

Lewis Morris ParkMorris County | The park features miles of trails, picnic areas, sports fields, and Sunrise Lake.

Hackensack River County Park

Bergen County | The stunning riverside stretches over 28 acres of land and includes observation decks, pedestrian trails, and fishing piers.

James Andrews Memorial County Park

Morris County | There are access points to the trails stretching between Freedom Park, Town Hall, Hidden Valley Park, and Radtke Road.

Saddle River County Park

Bergen County | The park consists of five sections, all connected by a paved path dedicated to both pedestrians

and bicyclists.