As we enter peak summer, it is time to take advantage of the weather by visiting one of the many beautiful North Jersey hidden gems.
Located on the Saddle River Bike Path between Route 4 & Saddle River Road in Paramus, this structure is made of a stone and wood frame with a wood-shingle, gabled roof built in 1900.
Easton Tower is a unique historic site. Originally, used to pump water to irrigate the estate of Edward Easton. Mr. Easton was a founder of the Columbia Phonograph Company, which later became Columbia Records.
The scenic tower was a favorite of photographers and appears in many contemporary postcards. People came from miles around to this beautiful spot.
It was placed on the State and National Register of Historic Places and in 2008 was completely restored by Bergen County.
It can be viewed from the Saddle River Bikeway and visited year-round. A sign on-site instructs on how to access a phone tour that gives its entire history. It's picturesque, but there's really not much to do here but take a peek in the tower and snap a handful...
Read moreQuiet little spot that features a historical stone tower. It's tucked away next to the Saddle river pathway adjacent to rt4. Dates back to early 1900's and was part of the Easton estate. A sign on site instructs on how to access a phone tour that gives its entire history. The system works well. It's picturesque but there's really not much to do here but take a peek in the tower and grab a few photos. About 15 minutes should do it. No benches or facilities. There's a tiny parking lot. It's VERY tricky to access as the entrance is only accessible off of southbound Paramus road, immediately after making the right turn onto Red Mill rd, leading to eastbound rt4. Good luck. I drove in a circle figuring out how to...
Read moreWonderful historic site worth to be seen. It is located on a trail and if you need short rest just get here to see how people used to use water power in pre-industrial age. Went here with my son and he was pretty interested...
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