White Lake Natural Resource Area — Attraction in Hardwick Township

We had a wonderful hike at White Lake. A 3-mile hike there seems pretty long, btw. The terrain is up and down; sometimes uneven. But it is just beautiful, in all seasons! The history is very interesting if you want to Google it. There are a few interpretive signs, but there could be more. There are some very interesting remains of buildings out along the hikes. The property has been well restored in most areas with native grasses and flowers, so you should see a good variety of native butterflies and birds in season. The bottom of the lake actually is quite white, due to the remains of ancient shellfish after the glaciers came through. The history of limestone in the area is fascinating. Definitely worth a visit. Also a wonderful place for...

I took the trail all the way around the lake. I was a little disappointed by the fact that you could only see the lake from the trail at a couple spots but, I did come across really cool castle looking stone walls. They were about directly across the lake from the parking area. The trails were very well maintained. There were some small hills and the terrain was some gravel road, some mowed grass and mostly dirt through the woods except some rocky areas. Saw lots of toads, grass hoppers, birds and even a big crane. According to the AllTrails app, it was about 3 miles long. I definitely recommend it, just wear comfy shoes and...

An amazing one of a kind place in NJ, with some of the clearest water you'll ever see. The marl bottom of the lake makes it seem like you are somewhere tropical. You can easily see the drop offs and deeper points in this lake. Can get busy with kayakers on nicer days and weekends. Be sure to pull up and park only to load and unload your gear quickly in order to allow others to do so, and please pick up your trash and take...