Wyanokie High Point — Attraction in Bloomingdale

The hike from the parking lot near the New Weis Center up to the Hi Point is rather steep (blue trail) and requires to climb over a lot of rocks, but the spectacular view makes it well worthwhile. Good hiking boots with ankle support are highly recommended. It can be a bit crowded on nice days, but it was pleasantly clean. The usual empty water bottles, dog poop bags, and picnic trash could not be seen. A network of interconnected hiking trails allows for an adjustment of the hiking time if things get too exhausting. There are lots of blueberry bushes near the Hi Point, which should be ripe end of September. The parking lot of the natural pool is closer to the trails than the one at the Weis Center, but it is locked when the...

It's an amazing view with nice open rock so you can relax and spread out and have a picnic. The downside to the open rock is that it can get pretty windy and cold if the weather is not good but if you're prepared with layers you can do this hike all year round. The average person can get to the top but take it slow because there is a decent amount of elevation gain if you're not used to hiking. There are also many routes to go down if you want to extend your hike or go past one of the mines. In the summer months you can stop at the highland pool afterwards and take a dip to cool down for a small fee. The pool is a part of New Jersey...

Short hike, recommend for beginners to intermediate hikers elevation gain isn't bad at all the hardest part is the start it gets pretty flat after. If you're coming from Snake Den RD make the left right at the sign by the entrance of the trail head and follow the blue trial. Once at the top you get a great view of the Wanaque reservoir and in the distance you can see NYC. Great little trail and very relaxing, don't forget to bring your snacks and to...