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Van Slyke Castle Trail
Steeper route to historic ruins and high ridge viewpoints.
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Ramapo Mountain State Forest Hawk Rock Trail
Moderate climb to exposed ledges in Ramapo Mountain State Forest.
Ramapo Lake Shore Trail
Family-friendly forest and lake-edge loop in Ramapo reservation.
Ringwood Manor Ridge Trail
Historic-park ridge route with moderate climbs and woodland views.
About This Trail
A steeper route in Ramapo Mountain State Forest climbing to the stone ruins of the Van Slyke Castle, a 1900s-era hilltop mansion destroyed by fire. The trail continues to high ridge viewpoints overlooking the Ramapo Valley. A blend of history and scenery in the North Jersey Highlands.
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Nearby Trails
Ramapo Mountain State Forest Hawk Rock Trail
Moderate climb to exposed ledges in Ramapo Mountain State Forest.
Ramapo Lake Shore Trail
Family-friendly forest and lake-edge loop in Ramapo reservation.
Ringwood Manor Ridge Trail
Historic-park ridge route with moderate climbs and woodland views.
Five Ponds Loop Ringwood
Ringwood preserve loop linking ponds, ridges, and forest corridors.
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