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Elmdale Trail

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  2. NJ
  3. …Northern New Jersey
  4. …West Orange Township
  5. South Mountain Reservation
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“A point-to-point trail following blue blazes. ”

Freddy Arsenault
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2.3

Miles

3.6

KM

Point to Point

537' 164 m

High

181' 55 m

Low

430' 131 m

Up

114' 35 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

15%

Max Grade (9°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Fall Colors · Lake · Wildflowers

Description

This trail starts at the north corner of Glen Ave and Brookside Drive. Follow the blue blazes. It's a nice easy climb to the top of a small rise, followed by a short loop around. From there, retrace your steps and enjoy the cruise back down.

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Land Manager: Essex County Parks - South Mountain Reservation

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Freddy Arsenault
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  4.3 from 3 votes

#8

in South Mountain Reservation

#10114

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#8

in South Mountain Reserva…

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in New Jersey

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May 3, 2020
Daniel Priest
Great easy going hike. Very pretty. Interconnects with a few other trails. 5.5mi — 2h 50m
Jul 25, 2017
Joe Scimanico

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