Sourland Mountain Ridge Trail
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New Jersey · somerset County

Sourland Mountain Ridge Trail

Rocky preserve route with boulder fields and woodland ridgelines.

Rating
Length
5.2 mi
Difficulty
5
County
somerset

About This Trail

A rocky preserve route through the Sourland Mountain Preserve featuring extensive boulder fields deposited by glacial activity and forested ridgelines. The trap rock terrain supports unique plant communities and provides habitat for migratory birds. A rugged, rewarding hike in central New Jersey.

Location

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Coordinates: 40.4667713, -74.7259943

Getting There

From Hillsborough, take US-206 to Amwell Road (CR-514), then turn left onto East Mountain Road. Continue to the Sourland Mountain Preserve entrance at 421 East Mountain Road for ridge trail access.

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