Manticut Point Trail

This 6.6-mile loop near West Milford offers a rewarding hike through a quieter stretch of the New Jersey Highlands. Considered moderately challenging, the route takes just under three hours to complete and is popular with hikers and birders alike. Set out early or visit during off-peak times to enjoy a greater sense of solitude, along with the sights and sounds of the surrounding forest.

 

A vista on Manaticut Point Trail with blue sky, sun, and rolling green hills.

At A Glance

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County: Passaic

Cost: Free

Seasonality: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

  • Activity Type: Outdoor & Recreation

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