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Jenny Jump State Forest

Best Hiking Trails in Jenny Jump State Forest



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Overview

Jenny Jump State Forest is a 4,466 acre state forest in Warren County, New Jersey. It has rolling terrain with rocky outcroppings and boulders that line the trail. There is evidence that great glaciers once covered the forest. There are panoramic vistas of the Highlands and the Kittatinny Mountains and Valley to the west. You can see the Great Meadows in the east from the top of Jenny Jump Mtn. Jenny Jump State Forest is popular with amateur astrological photographers because there is very little light pollution here.

Getting Started

Eleven miles of hiking trails and three miles of hiking /mountain bike trails offer magnificent views of the mountains and scenic Mountain Lake. The Summit Trail, at an elevation of 1,090 feet, offers a view of the Delaware Water Gap and the Pequest Valley.

When to Go

State Park Service area is open to hunting. The forest is a favorable habitat for deer, turkey and small game. Beaver Brook is stocked with trout 4 times in the spring.

Permits

Camping in the park requires a permit.

Dog Info

Pets are prohibited in overnight facilities. This area has frequent sightings of black bears.


Resources

  • state.nj.us
  • wikipedia

  • Hiking Trails (2)
  1. 1
    Scenic Overlook - Swamp Trail Area Loop via Swamp Trail and Summit Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 3.9 mi
  2. 2
    Scenic Overlook - Swamp Trail Area via Swamp Trail and Summit Trail
    ★ ★ ★ EASY 1.3 mi