Den Trail

Den Trail is a 1.6-mile point-to-point hike in Norvin Green State Forest in New Jersey, managed by the State Department of Natural Resources. The route rises from about 600 feet to about 1,075 feet, with a total elevation gain of 543 feet. It is rated easy, and the climb is gentle enough to fit into a short outing. The trail starts at a low point and climbs steadily, with the steepest stretch at about 0.07 miles in, where the grade reaches 13%. The total descent is a little more than the ascent, at 623 feet. The trip takes about an hour. For timing, late spring and early fall are the most comfortable. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show May highs around 70°F and September highs around 75°F, with July peaking near 83°F. The Will Monroe Loop Trail lies just 0.1 mile away, and the Camp Wyanokie Trail and High Point Loop are both within a mile. Stonetown Boulders, a climbing area, is about 2 miles off.