Red Trail

Red Trail is a short, easy hike in Lewis Morris County Park in New Jersey, on county land about 1.5 miles long. It rises from about 588 feet to about 639 feet, with a total gain of 154 feet, and the steepest stretch comes at about 1.1 miles in, where the grade reaches 10%. The trail is a point-to-point route, and it works well as a short outing. Bikes and horses are both allowed, so it suits riders and equestrians as well as hikers. For comfortable weather, late spring and early fall are the best bets. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Boonton show May highs around 71°F and September highs around 77°F, with July the warmest month at about 85°F. The Orange Trail and Green Trail both start about 0.1 mile away, and the White Trail is about 0.3 mile off. Paddlers can reach the Passaic River about 2.3 miles away.