Baldpate Mountain
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General Information
Baldpate Mountain is a relatively new park located on the highest point in Mercer County. The mountain is mostly wooded with some former pasture areas that allow excellent views of the Delaware River valley below. The trails are relatively primitive, but the network has been improving over the years. You can expect rocks, roots, gravel, and mud (after heavy rains). The park is lightly used, but during nice weather on the weekends you will encounter hikers and equestrians.
Please note that the park is usually closed Monday-Saturday during hunting season. Check with Mercer County for specifics.
Google Map
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40.317802, -74.890844 Fiddler's Creek Parking Directions
40.332297, -74.870644 Pleasant Valley Parking Directions
40.319383, -74.866275 Honey Hollow Trailhead Directions
Details and Info
- Miles: 10-12
- Difficulty: Intermediate
- Trails: Singletrack, Doubletrack
- Surface Dirt, Mixed
- Obstacles: Trail Obstacles, Rock Garden
- Special Features:
- Detailed Overview: Long climbs, fun downhills, rocks, and roots.
- Park Website: Mercer County Park Commission
- Other Information: NJ Trails Association
Trails
Ridge or White Trail Just likes its name, the Ridge Trail runs along the ridge of the mountain from the original estate home to the new Pleasant Valley Road parking lot. The trail is one of the wider trails in the park and is multi-use. The trail rolls quite a bit, but there are no serious climb, descents or technical sections. This is the most heavily used trail in the park, so be careful when using
Routes
Reviews
Discussion, Events, and JORBA
- Forum: MTBNJ discussion on Baldpate
- JORBA Info: Baldpate Mountain at JORBA.org
- JORBA Contact: Rich Carroll
Bike Shop(s) and Good Eats
- Pure Energy Cycling
- 99 South Main Street
- Lambertville, NJ, 08530
- Lots of good eats in Lambertville
Maps
Baldpate Map
