The Worthington Blue Trail Is A Little Known New Jersey Hiking Gem

Located only miles from the Pennsylvania border in northwest New Jersey, Worthington State Forest is one of the Garden State’s best spots for unspoiled natural beauty. If you want to see it at its best, set out on an adventure on the Worthington Blue Trail. This 4.6-mile out-and-back hike poses some challenges, but for those ready for an adventurous hike, they’ll find some of the best views in all of New Jersey.

Worthington State Forest is a large park near the Jersey border, but its trails are among the state’s best.

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The Worthington Blue Trail isn’t a trail you tackle without a little experience and some good hiking boots, but it has a fantastic payoff - or two.

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The terrain is rocky and can be challenging, but you won’t face many perilous spots along the 4.6-mile out-and-back trail.

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You will find some wonderfully rustic wooden footbridges that will look like they came right out of a bygone era.

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This isn’t a heavily trafficked route, so you can expect to see some wildlife roaming the trail like they own the place - because they do!

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However, fellow adventurers have left their mark on the place in some environmentally-friendly ways.

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Along the way, you’ll find some unexpected features, like one of the state’s best hidden waterfalls.

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Your end goal is one of the most beautiful cliffside views in New Jersey, the perfect place to stop and take it all in.

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You haven’t seen sunset until you’ve seen it from the top of a New Jersey cliffside at Worthington State Forest.

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Have you explored Worthington State Forest before? The forest and its trails hold many secrets, so tell us all about what you discovered in the comments section! Before you set out on your hike, learn more about the forest’s amenities and seasonal hiking options by visiting the state website.