Are you looking to spend a day exploring some of the most unique places the Garden State has to show off? Well, luckily, New Jersey is the best place for an outdoorsy adventure. We’ve narrowed down some of our favorite places and created a day trip you’ve got to try out at least once this year. You’ll need a designated driver on this excursion, but even your booze-free buddies will have a blast. Scenic and serene, you’re in for an unforgettable adventure centered around the “3Ws”…Waterfalls, Wolves, and Wine.
Your day will start at Tillman Falls in Walpack.
Image/Google Maps One of New Jersey’s lesser known waterfalls, it’s about a 1/4-mile hike from the parking lot off Tillman Road in Walpack (within the borders of Stokes State Forest). It’s absolutely spectacular following recent rainfall…check it out in the video below by NJ.com. Tillman Falls, Walpack Township, NJ 07851, USA
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One of New Jersey’s lesser known waterfalls, it’s about a 1/4-mile hike from the parking lot off Tillman Road in Walpack (within the borders of Stokes State Forest). It’s absolutely spectacular following recent rainfall…check it out in the video below by NJ.com.
Tillman Falls, Walpack Township, NJ 07851, USA
Your next stop is just minutes away and equally stunning. This cascade is one of the most popular natural wonders in New Jersey.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli Buttermilk Falls is located off Mountain Road in Layton. While there are hiking trails in the area, it’s up to you if you want to hop on one, and you truly don’t even need to stray far from your car! You can see the falls right from the parking lot! At 200’ high, this in New Jersey’s tallest waterfall - there are interpretive displays and a viewing platform allows you to look out right over the water. Buttermilk Falls, Mountain Rd, Layton, NJ 07851, USA
You’re definitely going to want to check out the viewing platform!
Flickr/Summer Caughey
Your outdoor adventure isn’t over yet – after your visit to Buttermilk Falls, head to the Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia.
Facebook/Lakota Wolf Preserve The Wolf Preserve is a world-class attraction that you’ll find right here in the Garden State. Tours are held most days of the week; reservations are necessary for weekday tours. Wolf Watches begin at 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., registration begins 1/2 hour before tour start times. Each Wolf Watch tour is 60-75 minutes long. The unforgettable tours allow you to observe wolves up close and is an affordable way to get in touch with our country’s wild side. Lakota Wolf Preserve, 89 Mt Pleasant Rd, Columbia, NJ 07832, USA
After you’ve learned all you can about wolves, time for some wine! The day’s first winery is Brook Hollow.
Facebook/Brook Hollow Winery This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a late lunch. Tastings are $10 and the winery sells two bottles that benefit Lakota Wolf Preserve (or Antler Ridge Wildlife Sanctuary…your choice). The setting is so peaceful and you’re free to pack a picnic. You can also pick up food nearby at the local Taco Bell, McDonalds, or Pizza Hut.
We’ve got one more place to visit before the day winds down – the last stop offers one-of-a-kind tours and tastings!
Facebook/Alba Vineyard Alba Vineyard in Milford has magnificent walk-in tastings on Saturdays and Sundays until 4:30. For $15, you’ll get to sample the wines, learn about how they’re made, and enjoy artisan cheeses, flatbreads, and seasonal fruits. The tours are also incredible! You’ll need to make it to the vineyard by 3 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday, but you’ll be treated to an immersive experience. There are several options available to suit your needs. Alba Vineyard & Winery, 269 County Rd 627, Milford, NJ 08848, USA
For a map of all locations mentioned (along with directions), click here. For more details on each stop, check out their websites: Lakota Wolf Preserve, Alba Vineyard, Brook Hollow Winery.
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli
Buttermilk Falls is located off Mountain Road in Layton. While there are hiking trails in the area, it’s up to you if you want to hop on one, and you truly don’t even need to stray far from your car! You can see the falls right from the parking lot! At 200’ high, this in New Jersey’s tallest waterfall - there are interpretive displays and a viewing platform allows you to look out right over the water.
Buttermilk Falls, Mountain Rd, Layton, NJ 07851, USA
Flickr/Summer Caughey
Facebook/Lakota Wolf Preserve
The Wolf Preserve is a world-class attraction that you’ll find right here in the Garden State. Tours are held most days of the week; reservations are necessary for weekday tours. Wolf Watches begin at 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., registration begins 1/2 hour before tour start times. Each Wolf Watch tour is 60-75 minutes long. The unforgettable tours allow you to observe wolves up close and is an affordable way to get in touch with our country’s wild side.
Lakota Wolf Preserve, 89 Mt Pleasant Rd, Columbia, NJ 07832, USA
Facebook/Brook Hollow Winery
This is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a late lunch. Tastings are $10 and the winery sells two bottles that benefit Lakota Wolf Preserve (or Antler Ridge Wildlife Sanctuary…your choice). The setting is so peaceful and you’re free to pack a picnic. You can also pick up food nearby at the local Taco Bell, McDonalds, or Pizza Hut.
Facebook/Alba Vineyard
Alba Vineyard in Milford has magnificent walk-in tastings on Saturdays and Sundays until 4:30. For $15, you’ll get to sample the wines, learn about how they’re made, and enjoy artisan cheeses, flatbreads, and seasonal fruits. The tours are also incredible! You’ll need to make it to the vineyard by 3 p.m. on Saturday or Sunday, but you’ll be treated to an immersive experience. There are several options available to suit your needs.
Alba Vineyard & Winery, 269 County Rd 627, Milford, NJ 08848, USA
Each of these fascinating spots is sure to leave a lasting impression. If you love exploring New Jersey and you’re looking for more fun ways to spend a day, check out these 12 unforgettable New Jersey day trips and start to make a list of all the must-see places!
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waterfalls near me May 20, 2022 Kim Magaraci Are there any beautiful hiking trails with waterfalls in New Jersey? If you love waterfall hikes, you’re in luck! The Garden State has a plethora of beautiful cascades, and many of them are located in our state parks and forests, which make them easy to access. Norvin Green State Forest is home to a few that can be reached within a mile of the Otter Hole Parking Lot. Up in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the popular Buttermilk Falls always draws a crowd. Around the corner, the cascades and waterfalls along the Copper Mines Trail are a lot less busy. Schooley’s Mountain is another fun spot to find waterfall hikes in New Jersey. How can I find waterfalls near me in New Jersey? If you’re on the lookout for great trails, natural wonders, and waterfall hikes in New Jersey, subscribe to our daily newsletter! You’ll be the first to know when we write up a detailed guide to each of our favorite scenic strolls or waterfall treks in the Garden State.
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waterfalls near me
May 20, 2022
Kim Magaraci
Are there any beautiful hiking trails with waterfalls in New Jersey? If you love waterfall hikes, you’re in luck! The Garden State has a plethora of beautiful cascades, and many of them are located in our state parks and forests, which make them easy to access. Norvin Green State Forest is home to a few that can be reached within a mile of the Otter Hole Parking Lot. Up in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the popular Buttermilk Falls always draws a crowd. Around the corner, the cascades and waterfalls along the Copper Mines Trail are a lot less busy. Schooley’s Mountain is another fun spot to find waterfall hikes in New Jersey. How can I find waterfalls near me in New Jersey? If you’re on the lookout for great trails, natural wonders, and waterfall hikes in New Jersey, subscribe to our daily newsletter! You’ll be the first to know when we write up a detailed guide to each of our favorite scenic strolls or waterfall treks in the Garden State.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
If you love waterfall hikes, you’re in luck! The Garden State has a plethora of beautiful cascades, and many of them are located in our state parks and forests, which make them easy to access. Norvin Green State Forest is home to a few that can be reached within a mile of the Otter Hole Parking Lot. Up in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the popular Buttermilk Falls always draws a crowd. Around the corner, the cascades and waterfalls along the Copper Mines Trail are a lot less busy. Schooley’s Mountain is another fun spot to find waterfall hikes in New Jersey.
How can I find waterfalls near me in New Jersey?
If you’re on the lookout for great trails, natural wonders, and waterfall hikes in New Jersey, subscribe to our daily newsletter! You’ll be the first to know when we write up a detailed guide to each of our favorite scenic strolls or waterfall treks in the Garden State.
