From my original planning my 2015-2016 52Hike Challenge I knew where I wanted to end it; my 52nd Hike was always going to be a summit of NJ’s highest elevation – High Point State Park. Continue reading
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Hike 47: Abram S. Hewitt State Forest, Appalachian Trail
Crossing state lines isn’t something that far out of the ordinary for many hikers, but hike 47 was the first time I hiked from one state into another. I headed to Abram S. Hewitt State Park on the suggestion of my wife after she randomly pointed to the Bearfort Ridge on my map. Continue reading
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Hike 46: D&R Canal State Park
D&R Canal State Park was a go to spot for several of my 52 hikes. It’s really an incredible park, and a great place to get in a quick hike if you’re in the area. The canal is full of awesome nature and historical landmarks, too! Continue reading
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Hike 45: Wawayanda State Park – Stairway to Heaven to Pinwheel Vista
Stairway to Heaven to Pinwheel Vista was one of those hikes that I had on my to-do list for over a year, it was one of the first that I added to my 52 Hike Potential list when I decided to take on the challenge. It’s one of those hikes that you simply must do if you have the chance. Continue reading
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Hike 44: Gollub Park
I found a picture of St. Anthony’s Nose at Gollub Park online; it took quite a bit of searching to determine exactly where it was and how to get there. One day after work I scoped it out, and hiked it a few weeks later. Continue reading
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Hike 42: Eagle Rock Reservation
A few years ago I lived in an attic apartment in Montclair, NJ. I loved being within walking distance to many awesome bars, restaurants, and the music venues – but I was also a quick 5 minutes drive from Eagle Rock Reservation. I decided to head back to my old stomping grounds for hike 42! Continue reading
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Hike 41: D & R Canal State Park: East Millstone
Hike 41 of my 52 hike challenge was completed in the East Millstone section of the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. Continue reading
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Hike 40:Great Falls Park, Virginia
Hike 40 was my first hike in Virginia, not only for the 52 Hike Challenge, but my first Virginia hike ever. There is certainly a lot more to explore in the state, but I was glad to spend the day with my wife, sister, brother in law, and my newest nephew in such a beautiful place. Continue reading
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Hike 39: Griggstown Native Grassland Preserve
I’m quickly running out of days where I have enough light to hike after getting home from work – so I headed to the Griggstown Native Grassland Preserve for a sunset hike through the preserve. Continue reading
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Hike 36: Hike and Bike at Duke Farms
For hike 36 my wife and I headed to the Duke Farms Historic Estate in Hillsborough, NJ. If you live in the area you should definitely spend a day exploring this unreal piece of property by foot or by bike – they’ve got a sweet Farmer’s Market on Thursday nights too! Continue reading
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