Sourland Mountain Preserve Laurel Trail
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New Jersey · somerset County

Sourland Mountain Preserve Laurel Trail

Moderate preserve loop through mixed hardwood and rocky outcrop zones.

Rating
Length
3.6 mi
Difficulty
4
County
somerset

About This Trail

A moderate preserve loop through mixed hardwood forest and rocky outcrop zones on Sourland Mountain. The trail passes through stands of mountain laurel that bloom spectacularly in late spring and early summer. The rolling terrain provides a good workout in the heart of central New Jersey.

Location

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Coordinates: 40.4746488, -74.7027308

Getting There

From Hillsborough, take US-206 to Amwell Road (CR-514), then turn left onto East Mountain Road. The Sourland Mountain Preserve entrance is at 421 East Mountain Road. The Laurel Trail starts from the main kiosk.

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