Mount Defiance, Ringwood State Park

#1 among attractions in Ringwood State Park

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Mount Defiance is a mountain in Ringwood State Park in Passaic County, New Jersey. The peak rises to 1,040 feet. It is part of the Ramapo Mountains. ()

Elevation: 1040 ftCoordinates: 41°7'33"N, 74°13'43"W

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Ringwood State Park United States

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Mount Defiance – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Skylands Estate, Highlands Natural Pool, Ringwood Manor, Lafayette Theater.

0.5 miW
Garden, Park, History museum
Skylands Estate, Ringwood
12 min walk • Nestled within the charming town of Ringwood, New Jersey, the Skylands Estate emerges as a horticultural masterpiece, enchanting visitors with its sprawling botanical garden. This verdant sanctuary is a living museum of plants, where manicured landscapes blend...
6.4 miSW
Watersports, Park, Swimming pool
Highlands Natural Pool, Ringwood
164 min walk • The Highlands Natural Pool is a recreational outdoor swimming pool that is fed by stream water from the Wyanokie Highlands in the Norvin Green State Forest. The pool is located in Ringwood, New Jersey, United States. The pool is not chemically treated, contains aquatic life, and is surrounded by gardens, trees and plenty of shade.
2.8 miSW
History museum, Museum
Ringwood Manor, Ringwood
71 min walk • Ringwood Manor, located in Passaic County, New Jersey, was the site of an ironworks and home to a number of well-known ironmasters from the 1740s to the late 19th century. The current manor house was not built until 1807.
4.1 miE
Historical place, Cinema, Nightlife
Lafayette Theater, Suffern
106 min walk • The Lafayette Theatre is a nationally acclaimed movie palace located in downtown Suffern, New York, built in 1923. Its primary function is first-run movies, but it also houses special events like its popular weekly Big Screen Classics film shows.
4.5 miSE
Church
Ramapo Reformed Church, Mahwah
115 min walk • Ramapo Reformed Church is a historic church on Island Road at West Ramapo Avenue in Mahwah, Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. The church was built in 1798 and added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 5, 1985.
4.2 miE
Memorial
Washington Avenue Soldier's Monument and Triangle, Suffern
107 min walk • The Washington Avenue Soldier's Monument is located at the junction of that street and Lafayette Avenue in the village of Suffern, New York, United States. It sits on a small piece of land in the middle of the street known locally as the Triangle.
5.4 miNW
Tower
Sterling Mountain Fire Observation Tower and Observer's Cabin, Abram S. Hewitt State Forest
139 min walk • The Sterling Mountain Fire Observation Tower and Observer's Cabin is a historic fire observation station located on Sterling Mountain in Sterling Forest State Park at Greenwood Lake in Orange County, New York.
3.3 miSW
Locality
Ringwood
84 min walk • One of the most popular attractions in Ringwood is the stunning Skylands Manor, a historic mansion surrounded by enchanting gardens and woodlands. Visitors can take guided tours of the manor and explore the meticulously maintained grounds, which are home to an...
4.4 miSE
Locality
Mahwah
113 min walk • Nestled in the scenic Ramapo Mountains, Mahwah, located in the northern region of New Jersey, offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. The town is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with its abundance of hiking trails, picturesque...
4.1 miE
Village
Suffern
106 min walk • In addition to its natural beauty, Suffern also boasts a vibrant downtown area with a variety of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Visitors can explore the historic district, which features well-preserved 19th-century buildings and landmarks.
2.7 miNW
41°9'33"N • 74°15'18"W
World Headquarters of Jehovahs Witnesses, Tuxedo Park
69 min walk • Sacred and religious sites, Scenic walking areas, Church