Spring has sprung (almost!) so now is the time to start planning some outdoor adventures. Even though it feels as though we are trapped in a tangle of highways and a sea of asphalt here in central New Jersey, there are a surprising number of hiking trials, open space areas, and wilderness spots practically at our doorstep. So take a look at some of these websites, grab a map, the dog, your kids or partner and step out into the wilds of New Jersey.
New Jersey Trails Association
Click on “Find a Trail” in the upper right hand corner and search by zip code or by county.
New York New Jersey Trail Conference
Click on “Quick Links to Trails & Hikes” or “New Way to Find Hikes.”
Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space
Click on “Trails” to see the hikes and also to view a PDF version of “Guide to Walking Trails in Hopewell Valley.”
D & R Greenway Trust
Click on “Local Walks” under “Find a Place to Walk.”
(Photo courtesy of Flickr user Richard Cassan)