Kaleidopete
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This trail is in Long Pond Ironworks State Park in West Milford, but it falls under Ringwood State Park jurisdiction. I posted some pictures of the Ironworks grounds in weekend photos 12/20/15. @soundz
There is a bridge that was destroyed in 2011 that connects the Ironworks to LOTS of trails across the Wanaque River. Today I found access to those trails from Beach Rd., which is across from the boat launch for Monksville Reservoir. The trails start at what is known as Tranquility Ridge on Beach Rd.
I rode it today to the spot across the Wanaque River where I was recently. These trails are not well maintained because access is very limited, but they are very rideable even with a few blowdowns that you can hike around. My ride was a short one today because of the rain, but I just wanted to confirm the trail was still there. In the beginning there is a stream to cross, not too bad. These trails look interesting for those that like to explore. I also called Ringwood Park to confirm the trails are biker friendly and they confirmed it.
Here is a link with pictures, map and description.
http://gonehikin.blogspot.com/2014/06/long-pond-ironworks-state-park-nj-big.html
There is a bridge that was destroyed in 2011 that connects the Ironworks to LOTS of trails across the Wanaque River. Today I found access to those trails from Beach Rd., which is across from the boat launch for Monksville Reservoir. The trails start at what is known as Tranquility Ridge on Beach Rd.
I rode it today to the spot across the Wanaque River where I was recently. These trails are not well maintained because access is very limited, but they are very rideable even with a few blowdowns that you can hike around. My ride was a short one today because of the rain, but I just wanted to confirm the trail was still there. In the beginning there is a stream to cross, not too bad. These trails look interesting for those that like to explore. I also called Ringwood Park to confirm the trails are biker friendly and they confirmed it.
Here is a link with pictures, map and description.
http://gonehikin.blogspot.com/2014/06/long-pond-ironworks-state-park-nj-big.html
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