Norvin Green State Forest

#11212 among destinations in the United States

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Norvin Green State Forest is a 5,416 acres state forest in Bloomingdale, New Jersey, United States, near the Wanaque Reservoir. It is part of the Northeastern coastal forests ecoregion. The forest is accessible by foot only; it is part of the Wyanokie Wilderness Area and contains an extensive trail system built on old logging roads, several of which connect with trails in The New Weis Center and reservoir property. The trails climb hills up to 1,300 feet and provide views of the Manhattan skyline, the Wanaque Reservoir, Burnt Meadow Brook and Lake Sonoma. The park is operated and maintained by the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry. ()

Area: 8.46 mi²Elevation: 1099 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 41°3'59"N, 74°20'33"W

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Norvin Green State Forest – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Skylands Estate, Highlands Natural Pool, Ringwood Manor, Schuyler–Colfax House.

6.8 miNE
Garden, Park, History museum
Skylands Estate, Ringwood
173 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...
0.9 miE
Watersports, Park, Swimming pool
Highlands Natural Pool, Ringwood
23 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.
4.4 miNE
History museum, Museum
Ringwood Manor, Ringwood
114 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.
6.4 miSE
History museum, Museum
Schuyler–Colfax House, Wayne
162 min walk • The Schuyler–Colfax House is located in Wayne, Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. The house was built in 1695 by Arent Schuyler and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 3, 1973.
6.1 miSE
Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
Van Allen House, Oakland
155 min walk • The Van Allen House is located in Oakland, Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. The house was built around 1740 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 24, 1973.
5.8 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
High Mountain, Ringwood State Park
148 min walk • High Mountain is a mountain on the Bergen and Passaic county line, New Jersey. The peak rises to 1,106 feet. It is part of the Ramapo Mountains, and is not to be confused with the like-named High Mountain in the Preakness Range of the Watchung Mountains.