Wanaque Ridge — Attraction in Wanaque

This ridge offers scenic views of Norvin State Forest and Wanaque Reservoir. There are several ways to get there. The best way is to park your car at Back Beach Park off 511, where parking spaces are always availabe. I feel safe because of the frequent police car patrols. Passing the kiosk at a parking lot corner, take the red trail all the way up to the orange trail on your left and turn left. Hike on the orange trail for about 30 minutes to reach Wanaque Ridge. There are three scenic lookouts. To form a loop to go back to the parking lot, walk on the scenic ridge, orange trail, to north. At Profile Rock turn right to unmarked trail back to the orange trail, which leads to the red trail to the parking lot. This trail is easy but offers magnicent views of New Jersey and New York Highland. It reminds of the highland in musical...

Wanaque Ridge Trail is pretty demanding but well worth it. The view from the ridge is amazing. I have been hiking around the lake for years and just discovered Wanaque Ridge trail...

Beautiful views over Wanaque. I highly recommend taking the hike. Very low cell phone single along the trail so be safe. I did see a rather large bear and bald eagle so it was well...