SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESERVATION

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Name	SOUTH MOUNTAIN RESERVATION
Address	South Orange Avenue and Cherry Lane, West Orange, Newark, NJ 07052
City	Newark Nj
Category	Hiking Trails
Phone	+1-973-268-3500
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Speciality	Wildlife Refuge, Lookout Historic Site, Scenic Overlook, Wildflower, Girl Scout Camp, Picnic Areas, Cross-Country Skiing, Horseback Riding, Jogging, Fishing, Mountain Recreation Complex & Dog Park
About	South Mountain Reservation occupies 2,110 acres and is part of the Essex County Park System Nature Reserve. The Watchung Mountains' main and second ridges. There are 23 beautiful hiking routes, biking trails, and woodland trails. There are several parking areas, parks, and woodland paths. Visitors can see the abundance of hardwood trees and the tower of tall hemlocks over lakes, creeks, and ponds. It has more than 50 miles of trails. South Mountain Reservation has more popular hikes, the fairy trail, and the falls. There are many parking spots, and literally, you can hike from any point. Visitors can also see the kinds of wildlife here.
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